VocabJLPT N3
seed (e.g. of a plant)
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. seed (e.g. of a plant)
  2. 2. pip
  3. 3. progeny
  4. 4. paternal blood
This noun means a seed, as in a plant seed, but it also carries the meaning of a source, origin, or secret behind something. For example, it can refer to the trick behind a magic act or the cause of a problem.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

There's something about just opening a seed packet that gets me excited!

Sentence 2

Ugh, I tore the seed packet again...

Sentence 3

I'll just stick the seeds in the fridge for now.

Sentence 4

Our client mentioned they could "provide new seeds."

Sentence 5

Oh no, I spilled seeds all over the floor! This is the worst!