Word details
洗う
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 洗う.
Dictionary
Entry
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
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
洗
wash, inquire into, probe
9 strokesFrequency 1,168JLPT N3Grade 6
On
セン
Kun
あら.う
Nanori
あらいらい
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