VERB · SPANISH VOCABULARY

lavar

to wash

First introduced in Chapter 5chapter overview.

How to use this word

Verb

Use lavar where English would use the same idea, but remember: Spanish shows person and tense on the verb. You may see lavar after conjugated verbs (for example with gustar-type patterns) or with structures like ir a + infinitive and tener que + infinitive.

Example sentences

Tengo que lavar los platos antes de salir.I have to wash the dishes before leaving.
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FAQ

What does lavar mean in Spanish?
to wash (introduced in Chapter 5 in Chapurra).
How do you use lavar in a sentence?
See the example cards above, then practice the chapter in Chapurra. Your textbook may add dialect notes your instructor prefers.
What chapter is lavar in?
Chapurra introduces it in Chapter 5. Open the chapter overview for the full lesson path.

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