洗
Kanji · N4
洗 / wash
Kanji for wash, inquire into, or probe.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | セン | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | あら.う | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
洗 carries the meaning wash, inquire into, or probe.
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Common compounds with 洗
洗濯粉せんたくこdetergent
洗濯するせんたくする
洗濯屋せんたくやlaundry / laundromat / launderette
皿洗いさらあらいwashing-up / dish-washing
洗脳せんのうbrainwashing
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