Limpiar
Example: Tengo que limpiar mi habitación antes de salir.
Definition
"Limpiar" means to remove dirt, stains, or impurities from a surface or object, often by washing or wiping. It is commonly used when referring to tidying or making a space clean, such as clearing a room or cleaning a house.
Etymology
The word "limpiar" comes from the Latin verb 'limpidare,' derived from 'limpidus,' meaning clear or transparent. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to mean making something clean or pure. Did you know? The connection to clarity reflects the idea of making something spotless and visually clear.
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"Limpiar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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