soil

noun

  • The top layer of the ground where plants grow, made up of tiny pieces of rock and decayed plants and animals.
  • The ground that we walk on, which helps plants to grow.
  • A place where plants can find food and water to live.
  • A type of land or area, like a country.
  • Something that makes things dirty or stained.


Synonym

  • dirt
  • earth

Sentences

  • Soil is made of tiny pieces of rock and dirt.
  • Plants need soil to get their food.
  • We can plant flowers in the soil.
  • The soil can be wet or dry depending on the rain.
  • Earthworms help make the soil healthy.

Word Explanation:

  • Soil is the top layer of the earth. It's made of tiny pieces of rock and decayed plants. Plants need soil to grow.

Word in hindi

भूमि

bhoomi

Other variations in hindi

  • मिट्टी mitti
  • धरती dharti

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'soil' mean?

Soil is the top layer of the ground where plants grow. It is made up of tiny pieces of rock, minerals, and organic matter like decayed plants and animals.

How do you pronounce 'soil'?

You pronounce 'soil' like 'soyl', rhyming with 'oil'.

What is the origin of the word 'soil'?

The word 'soil' comes from the Latin word 'solium', which means 'a seat' or 'a place to sit', referring to the ground.

What is the meaning of 'soil' in Hindi?

The word 'soil' in Hindi is 'मिट्टी' (Miṭṭī).

What is the meaning of 'soil' in Kannada?

The word 'soil' in Kannada is 'ಮಣ್ಣು' (Maṇṇu).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Soil is home to many tiny creatures like worms and bugs that help plants grow!

Proverb

Good soil makes good plants, meaning healthy soil leads to healthy crops.

Quote

"The soil is the great connector of our lives, the source and destination of all." - Wendell Berry

Mini blog:

The Cozy Blanket of Soil

Soil is like a cozy blanket for plants! Just like how we need food to grow strong, plants need soil to help them grow big and tall.

Soil is made up of tiny bits of rocks, dead leaves, and even little bugs! When it rains, the soil drinks up the water, keeping everything healthy.

You can dig in the soil and find worms, which are like little helpers for the plants. So next time you see a garden, remember that the soil is working hard to make it beautiful!

Let’s take care of our soil, and it will take care of the plants!