洗う
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 洗う
1
to wash; to cleanse; to rinse
Examples
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.
2
to inquire into; to investigate
3
to purify (one's heart)
4
to lave (e.g. shore); to wash over (e.g. deck); to sweep
Kanji in this Word
洗
9 strokes
Frequency: 1168
JLPT N3
Grade 6
Meanings
wash
inquire into
probe
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
セン
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
あら.う
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
あらい
らい
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