limpar
to clean
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/lĩ.ˈpaɾ/
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Cultural Note
In Brazil, many middle-class households hire a 'faxineira' (cleaning lady) who comes weekly. In Portugal, the term 'mulher a dias' is used. Saturday is traditionally the deep-cleaning day in Brazilian homes, known informally as 'dia de faxina.'
📝 Example Sentences
Eu preciso limpar a casa antes da visita.
I need to clean the house before the visit.
Ela limpou a cozinha inteira.
She cleaned the entire kitchen.
Você pode limpar a mesa, por favor?
Can you clean the table, please?