Translation guide
A container for growing plants, typically made of clay or plastic.
A container, often with drainage holes, used for growing flowers or small plants.
I planted flowers in a flowerpot.
This flowerpot has good drainage.
A shorter, more casual term for a pot. Often used in compounds or when the context is clear.
The flowerpot broke.
Refers to a planter, often rectangular and used for multiple plants. Common for balconies or gardens.
I have a planter on the balcony.
Refers to a potted plant as a whole, rather than just the container. Often used in gardening contexts.
I bought a potted foliage plant.