washing
das Waschen
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washing
The activity of cleaning something with water and usually a cleaning product, especially clothes, dishes, or the body.
Das Waschen der empfindlichen Kleidung darf nur bei niedriger Temperatur erfolgen.
The washing of delicate clothes may only be done at a low temperature.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Waschens |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Waschen | – |
| accusative | das Waschen | – |
| dative | dem Waschen | – |
| genitive | des Waschens | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Das Waschen' (washing) is the nominalized infinitive of 'waschen' (to wash) and refers to the activity as a process. It is therefore often used with information about what is being washed, how it is being washed, or when it is being washed.
Das Waschen von Wolle erfordert besondere Vorsicht.
Washing wool requires special care.
For expressions of time, 'das Waschen' (washing) is often used with prepositions such as 'beim' (when), 'vor dem' (before), or 'nach dem' (after). The object of the activity is often introduced with 'von' (of).
Beim Waschen von Seide darf das Wasser nicht zu heiß sein.
When washing silk, the water must not be too hot.
Nach dem Waschen fühlt sich der Stoff weicher an.
After washing, the fabric feels softer.
Common collocations include 'gründliches Waschen' (thorough washing), 'regelmäßiges Waschen' (regular washing), and 'Waschen bei niedriger Temperatur' (washing at a low temperature). These additions indicate how or under what conditions the activity takes place.
Regelmäßiges Waschen der Hände schützt vor vielen Infektionen.
Washing your hands regularly protects against many infections.
