Waschlappen

/ˈvaʃˌlapən/

washcloth

Gib mir bitte den Waschlappen.

Please give me the washcloth.

informal

A small piece of cloth or fabric used for washing or cleaning.

Nach dem Duschen trockne ich mich mit einem weichen Waschlappen ab.

After showering, I dry myself with a soft washcloth.

Commonly used in households for personal hygiene or cleaning.

Collocations

In German, 'Waschlappen' is often used for personal hygiene items, while 'Lappen' alone can refer to any cleaning cloth.

From 'waschen' (to wash) + 'Lappen' (cloth/rag).

Often used in informal contexts, especially in households. Can also refer to a dishcloth or cleaning rag.

Wasch

wash

root

Lappen

cloth/rag

root

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