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    Lavaba (en. Washed)

    /la'βaβa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To perform the action of cleaning something with water or soap.
    I was washing the dishes after dinner.
    Yo lavaba los platos después de cenar.
    To clean a garment or textile with water.
    She was hand-washing her dress.
    Ella lavaba su vestido a mano.
    To wash a part of the body.
    Every morning, he washed his face before having breakfast.
    Cada mañana, él lavaba su rostro antes de desayunar.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lavare', which means 'to wash'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wash clothes
    To clean clothing items.
    lavar la ropa
    to wash hands
    To clean hands with water and soap.
    lavar las manos
    don't air your dirty laundry in public
    Not to discuss private matters in public.
    no lavar los trapos sucios en público

    Related Words

    to wash
    To perform the action of cleaning with water.
    lavar
    washing machine
    An appliance used to wash clothes.
    lavadora
    lava
    Molten rock that emanates from a volcano.
    lava

    Slang Meanings

    To wash something thoroughly.
    I'm going to wash the car until it shines.
    Voy a lavar el coche hasta que brille.
    To remove something effectively.
    This brand of soap washes stains very well.
    Esta marca de jabón lava muy bien las manchas.