germ in Finnish
germ in Finnish is alkio, itiö, mikrobi — germ means a microorganism, especially one that causes disease, such as a bacterium or virus.
germ in Finnish
alkio
The embryo of a seed, especially of a seed used as a cereal or grain. See Wikipedia article on cereal germ.
itiö
(biology) The small mass of cells from which a part of an organism develops, or a macroscopic but immature form of that part; a bud.
mikrobi
A pathogen: a pathogenic microorganism, such as a bacterium or virus.
siemen
(figurative) The origin or earliest version of an idea or project.
What does "germ" mean?
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noun A microorganism, especially one that causes disease, such as a bacterium or virus.
"Wash your hands to kill any germs before eating."
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noun The earliest form or origin of an idea, plan, or living thing.
"The germ of the idea came to her during a long train ride."
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noun The embryo part of a seed or grain, such as wheat germ.
"Wheat germ is often added to bread for extra nutrition."
germ in a sentence
- Wash your hands to kill any germs before eating.
- The nurse explained how germs spread from person to person.
- The germ of the idea came to her during a long train ride.
- You can see the germ of his later novels in these early short stories.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "germ" in Finnish?
"germ" in Finnish is alkio, itiö, mikrobi. germ means: A microorganism, especially one that causes disease, such as a bacterium or virus.
How do you use "germ" in a sentence?
Example: "Wash your hands to kill any germs before eating." In Finnish, "germ" is alkio, itiö, mikrobi.
Are there other ways to say "germ" in Finnish?
Yes — Finnish has 4 translations listed for "germ": alkio, itiö, mikrobi, siemen.
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