Green thumb

Meaning

The idiom "green thumb" refers to a person who has a natural talent for gardening or growing plants. It implies that the individual has a good understanding of how to care for and nurture plant life, and is able to achieve success with minimal effort.

Usage

• My mom has a green thumb - she can make any plant grow with ease.
• I don't have a green thumb - that's why my garden always fails.
• If you want your plants to thrive, ask someone with a green thumb for advice.
• He may not be a great cook, but he has a green thumb and can grow beautiful flowers.
• My neighbor has a green thumb - she's always planting something new and it's amazing how much her garden grows.

Roots and History

The idiom "green thumb" is believed to have originated in England during the 16th century. It was used to describe a person who had a natural talent for plant cultivation, specifically for growing crops such as vegetables and fruits. The term gained popularity in the United States during the early 20th century and has since become a common way to refer to someone who is skilled at gardening or growing plants.

Synonyms in English

• Green thumb
• Horticultural genius
• Plant whisperer
• Plant care guru
• Super farmer

Synonyms in other languages

• Español: Lazo verde
• Français: Feuille vert
• Deutsch: Grüner Daumen
• Italiano: Dita verda
• Portuguese: Palma verde

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