Spanish Conversation · Level 81
60 words
Spanish word
suavizante
Pronunciation
IPA/swaβiˈθante/
Meaning
- masculine nounfabric softener
Example
Siempre pongo suavizante en la lavadora.
I always put fabric softener in the washing machine.
More examples
¿Prefieres la ropa con suavizante?
Do you prefer clothing with fabric softener?
Core concept
Liquid additive added during the rinse that makes cloth feel softer and cuts static.
Common phrases
poner suavizante
add fabric softener to the wash
suavizante para telas
fabric softener for garments
suavizante concentrado
concentrated fabric softener
dosificar suavizante
measure fabric softener
Similar words
detergente: Laundry detergent, liquid or powder, that breaks down soils and cleans fibers during washing.
acondicionador: Hair conditioner used after shampoo to smooth cuticles, add slip, and reduce tangles.
suavizante textil: Chemical treatment for textiles applied in finishing to impart softness and a pleasant hand.
Definition in Spanish
Producto líquido o concentrado que se añade al ciclo de lavado para suavizar las fibras y reducir la estática.
Word origin
Formed from the adjective suave (Latin suāvis) via the verb suavizar plus the nominal suffix -ante, indicating an agent or result.
Usage tips
- Automatic washers commonly offer a fabric softener compartment or rinse cycle, so mentioning suavizante in that context clarifies when it should be added.