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    Lavan (en. Wash)

    /laˈβan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Action of cleaning something with water or another liquid.
    They wash the dishes after dinner.
    Ellos lavan los platos después de cenar.
    To remove dirt or impurities from something.
    They wash the car every week.
    Lavan el coche cada semana.
    To clean by means of a liquid.
    They always wash their hands before eating.
    Siempre lavan sus manos antes de comer.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wash one's hands
    To perform the action of cleaning one's hands, usually with soap and water.
    lavar las manos
    to wash clothes
    To clean garments, often in a washing machine.
    lavar la ropa
    to clean thoroughly
    To clean something thoroughly.
    lavar a fondo

    Related Words

    to wash
    To perform the action of cleaning.
    lavar
    washing
    Process or action of washing.
    lavado
    washing machine
    Machine used to wash clothes.
    lavadora

    Slang Meanings

    To wash a person in a discussion.
    Don't blame him; you're just washing.
    No le eches la culpa, solo estás lavando.
    To refresh after a long day.
    After working all day, I'm going to freshen up.
    Después de trabajar todo el día, me voy a lavar.