Lavarse las manos
Example: Es importante lavarse las manos antes de comer.
Definition
"Lavarse las manos" means to wash one's hands, typically as a hygiene practice to remove dirt, germs, or contaminants, ensuring cleanliness and reducing the risk of illness. For example, it is important to "lavarse las manos" before eating to maintain health.
Translations
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to wash one's hands of it -
de handen ervan aftrekken -
rentar-se'n les mans -
s'en laver les mains -
sich die Hände in Unschuld waschen
Etymology
The phrase "lavarse las manos" comes from Spanish, where 'lavar' means 'to wash' and 'las manos' means 'the hands.' It literally translates to 'wash the hands.' This expression has been used for centuries, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness. Did you know? The phrase is also metaphorically used to indicate avoiding responsibility, similar to the English expression 'washing one's hands of something.'
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"Lavarse las manos" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C1) - parte 1", containing 120 commonly used expressions.
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