English–Spanish

“sink” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsohundir · naufragar

Pronunciation

IPA/laˈβaβo/

Example

El lavabo está limpio.

The sink is clean.

Illustration for lavabo (sink)

How to say “sink” in Spanish

“Sink” in Spanish is lavabo.

Shallow bowl mounted on a counter or wall for washing hands and face, with a faucet and drain.

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

Example sentences with lavabo

El lavabo del baño está atascado.

The bathroom sink is clogged.

Tips for using lavabo

  • On public signs lavabo can mean the washroom or wash area rather than only the basin.

Other Spanish words for “sink”

La ola grande puede hundir el bote.

The large wave can sink the boat.

El barco naufragó durante la tormenta.

The ship sank during the storm.

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