germination
Translation
germination, sprouting
Examples
Moisture is essential for seed germination.
Moisture is essential for seed germination.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the germination ((of sth.)) Moisture is essential for seed germination.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sprouting, development, budding
Etymology
From the verb 'germinate' + the suffix '-ation', which denotes a process or action.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'to germinate'. The '-ation' ending often signifies a process, like the process of sprouting.