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The Japanese word for to wash is
洗う

あらう - arau

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Example Sentences

あなたが皿を洗っている間に、私は床を掃除します。I'll sweep the floor while you wash the dishes.
あなたは食後に皿を洗う必要はありません。You need not wash the dishes after meals.
このインキの染みは洗っても落ちない。This ink stain will not wash out.
このハンカチは洗ってもきれいにならなかった。This handkerchief didn't wash clean.
そのバッグを洗うときは洗濯機に入れないでください。When you wash the bag, please do not put it in the washing machine.




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