noun

el arbusto

bush

Planta de tamaño mediano con varios tallos que nacen desde la base y no crece tanto como un árbol.

Word: Arbusto

Meaning in English:
The word "arbusto" translates to "shrub" or "bush" in English.

Explanation:
An "arbusto" is a type of plant that is typically smaller than a tree and has multiple woody stems growing from the base rather than a single trunk. Shrubs are generally low-growing compared to trees and can be found in gardens, forests, and various natural landscapes.

Parts:

  • Root system anchoring the plant in the soil
  • Multiple woody stems
  • Leaves, flowers, or fruits (depending on the species)

Synonyms:

  • Camellón (more region-specific and sometimes used in a similar context)
  • Matorral (refers to shrubland but can be related)
  • Mata (often used colloquially for smaller shrubs)

Antonyms:

  • Árbol (tree): a larger woody plant usually with a single main trunk
  • Hierba (grass/herb): non-woody plants

Additional Notes:
In some contexts, “arbusto” can be used metaphorically to describe something bushy or thick, such as eyebrows ("cejas de arbusto" = bushy eyebrows).

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Examples

El jardín tiene un arbusto muy grande.noun

The garden has a very large bush.

Mi abuela plantó un arbusto floral en su casa.noun

My grandmother planted a flowering bush in her house.

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