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"Washing machine" in Spanish: lavadora
la lavadora
A washing machine is la lavadora (lah-bah-DOH-rah). It is feminine. Say La lavadora está ocupada when it is in use.
Apartment notice
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How to pronounce lavadora
Say it
lah-bah-DOH-rah
/la.βaˈðo.ɾa/
Four syllables: lah-bah-DOH-rah. Stress DOH.
"Washing machine" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la lavadora | the washing machine Standard home appliance. | Standard home appliance. |
| poner la lavadora | to run the washing machine Starting a load. | Starting a load. |
| la lavadora está llena | the washing machine is full Shared laundry rooms. | Shared laundry rooms. |
| la secadora | the dryer Neighbor appliance; not the lavadora. | Neighbor appliance; not the lavadora. |
How to use lavadora in real life
- 1Apartment notice
La lavadora está ocupada ahora.
The washing machine is busy now.
Status of lavadora.
- 2Chore list
Pongo la lavadora después del almuerzo.
I'll run the washing machine after lunch.
Action with lavadora.
- 3Broken appliance
La lavadora no drena bien.
The washing machine doesn't drain well.
Problem with lavadora.
Mistakes English speakers make with lavadora
Incorrect: El lavadora es nueva.
Correct: La lavadora es nueva.
Lavadora is feminine. Say la lavadora.
Incorrect: Uso la washing machine.
Correct: Uso la lavadora.
Use lavadora, not English.
Good to know
Lavadora is the washer; secadora is the dryer. Many homes hang clothes instead of a dryer. Coin lavadoras appear in shared building rooms.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Shared laundry room
ChatPal
¿Está libre la lavadora?
Is the washing machine free?
You
Sí. Puedes usar la lavadora ya.
Yes. You can use the washing machine now.
ChatPal
Gracias. Solo un ciclo corto.
Thanks. Just a short cycle.
You
Dale.
Go ahead.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Washing machine" in Spanish
Is lavadora masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la lavadora, una lavadora.
Washer vs dryer?
Lavadora washes; secadora dries.
How do you pronounce lavadora?
lah-bah-DOH-rah. Stress DOH.
How do I say start a load?
Pongo la lavadora.
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