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“wash dishes” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈapˌvaʃn̩/

Example

Ich wasche das Geschirr ab.

I am washing the dishes.

Illustration for abwaschen (wash dishes)

How to say “wash dishes” in German

“Wash dishes” in German is abwaschen.

A hand works water and detergent over a dirty plate, lifting grime and carrying it away.

Full entry for abwaschen: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with abwaschen

Er hat das Glas schon abgewaschen.

He has already washed the glass.

Tips for using abwaschen

  • In a main clause, abwaschen splits: "Ich wasche das Geschirr ab"; with a modal, it stays together: "Ich muss das Geschirr abwaschen".

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