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“detergent” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/deteɾˈxente/

Example

Compra detergente para lavar la ropa.

Buy detergent for washing clothes.

Illustration for detergente (detergent)

How to say “detergent” in Spanish

“Detergent” in Spanish is detergente.

Substance that removes stains from fabrics, dishes, and surfaces.

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

Example sentences with detergente

Prefiero detergente líquido para la colada.

I prefer liquid detergent for laundry.

Tips for using detergente

  • Commercial labels commonly distinguish 'detergente líquido' and 'detergente en polvo', and speakers use those terms to indicate the product form.

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