El fregadero
Example: El fregadero está lleno de platos sucios después de cenar.
Definition
"El fregadero" refers to the kitchen sink, a basin used for washing dishes, hands, and food. It typically includes a faucet and a drain, serving as an essential fixture in kitchens to manage water and clean utensils after meals.
Etymology
The word "el fregadero" comes from the Spanish verb 'fregar,' meaning to scrub or wash. The suffix '-dero' indicates a place related to the action. Thus, "el fregadero" literally means 'the place for scrubbing' or washing, highlighting its function in the kitchen.
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"El fregadero" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 105 commonly used words.
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