A1 — Beginnerverb
lavare
to wash
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
pulirerisciacquaredetergeresciacquarestrofinare
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
sporcareimbrattarecontaminareinsudiciare
Usage note
'Lavarsi' = to wash oneself. 'Lavarsi le mani' = to wash one's hands. 'Pulire' is more general (to clean). 'Detergere' is used for skin/medical contexts.
Example
"Devo lavare i piatti prima che arrivino gli ospiti."
"I need to wash the dishes before the guests arrive."
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