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    Lavar (en. Wash)

    /laˈβaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To clean with water.
    I will wash the dishes after dinner.
    Voy a lavar los platos después de cenar.
    To perform a deep cleaning.
    It is important to wash new clothes before wearing them.
    Es importante lavar la ropa nueva antes de usarla.
    To clean a body or surface with a liquid.
    Mechanics wash the car before repairing it.
    Los mecánicos lavan el automóvil antes de repararlo.
    To get rid of dirt or impurities.
    The detergent helps to wash out tough stains.
    El detergente ayuda a lavar las manchas difíciles.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lavare', which means 'to clean with water'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wash hands
    To clean one's hands with water and soap.
    lavar las manos
    to wash clothes
    To clean clothing with water and soap.
    lavar la ropa
    to wash thoroughly
    To perform a thorough cleaning.
    lavar a fondo
    to wash the car
    To clean a vehicle with water and suitable products.
    lavar el coche

    Related Words

    wash
    Action of cleaning with water.
    lavado
    sinks
    Sinks where one can wash hands or objects.
    lavabos
    laundry
    Establishment where clothing items are washed.
    lavandería

    Slang Meanings

    Money laundering
    It is a term that refers to concealing the origin of money obtained illegally.
    Es un término que se refiere a la ocultación del origen de dinero obtenido de forma ilícita.
    To wash one's hands
    It means to avoid taking responsibility for a situation.
    Significa evitar responsabilizarse de una situación.