afwassen

to wash dishes

Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation

/ˈɑfˌʋɑsə(n)/

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Cultural Note

Afwassen is a separable verb. Despite dishwashers being common, many Dutch households still hand-wash dishes. 'De afwas doen' (doing the dishes) is an alternative expression. Dividing chores fairly is a common topic in Dutch relationships.

📝 Example Sentences

Wie doet vanavond de afwas?

Who's doing the dishes tonight?

Ik was af, jij droogt af.

I wash, you dry.

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