Spanish Conversation · Level 89
60 words
Spanish word
ducha
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈdutʃa/
Meaning
- feminine nounshower
Example
Voy a tomar una ducha.
I'm going to take a shower.
More examples
La ducha caliente me ayuda a relajarme por la noche.
The hot shower helps me relax at night.
Core concept
Overhead or handheld outlet that pours water for washing the body.
Common phrases
tomar una ducha
take a shower
ducha caliente
hot shower
cabina de ducha
shower stall
Similar words
baño: Room used for toilet needs and for washing or bathing.
bañera: Tub that fills with water for soaking and bathing the body.
regadera: Fixture or nozzle that dispenses flowing water for washing.
Definition in Spanish
Aparato o instalación que expulsa agua en forma de lluvia para lavar el cuerpo; secundariamente, el acto de usar dicho aparato.
Word origin
Borrowed from French douche via Italian doccia and ultimately from Latin ductus 'lead, carry', originally referring to water led through an apparatus.
Usage tips
- Ducharse contrasts with bañarse: ducharse involves standing under running water, while bañarse implies soaking in a tub.