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“washbasin” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/laβaˈðoɾ/

Example

Me lavé las manos en el lavador después de trabajar.

I washed my hands in the washbasin after working.

Illustration for lavador (washbasin)

How to say “washbasin” in Spanish

“Washbasin” in Spanish is lavador.

A shallow basin with a faucet and drain for washing hands, face, or small items.

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

Example sentences with lavador

En el baño hay un lavador junto al espejo.

In the bathroom there is a washbasin next to the mirror.

Tips for using lavador

  • Usage varies by region: many speakers use lavabo for a bathroom sink, fregadero for a kitchen sink, and lavadero or lavador for laundry or utility sinks, so specify which fixture is meant.

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