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siembra

/SYEM-brah//ˈsjem.bɾa/

nounA2agricultural
Use this word when referring to the agricultural process of sowing seeds or planting crops.
A close-up of a hand dropping small seeds into a shallow trench in dark, rich soil.

Examples

La siembra de maíz comienza en primavera.

The corn sowing begins in spring.

Este año la siembra fue muy difícil por la falta de lluvia.

This year the planting was very difficult due to the lack of rain.

Sus buenas acciones son una siembra para el futuro.

His good actions are a sowing for the future.

Using 'La' with Siembra

Even though it ends in 'a' like most feminine words, it's helpful to remember it always stays feminine: 'la siembra' or 'las siembras'.

Confusing Process with Result

Mistake: “Using 'siembra' to mean the fruit you pick.”

Correction: Use 'cosecha' for what you pick and 'siembra' for what you put into the ground.

plantación

nounB2general
Use this word for the general act or process of putting plants, trees, or shrubs into the ground, outside of a strict agricultural crop context.

Examples

La plantación de árboles comenzará en primavera.

The tree planting will begin in spring.

Siembra vs. Plantación

Learners often confuse 'siembra' and 'plantación'. Remember that 'siembra' is specifically for agricultural crops like corn or wheat. 'Plantación' is broader, covering the act of planting trees, gardens, or any non-crop vegetation.

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