Bleichmittel
[ˈblaɪ̯çˌmɪtl̩]neuter
The English word bleach can be translated into German as Bleichmittel or Bleiche.
Meaning: chemical (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Bleichmittel | [ˈblaɪ̯çˌmɪtl̩] (narrow) | neuter |
| Bleiche | /ˈblaɪ̯çə/ | feminine |
The term refers to a chemical substance used for whitening. The verb 'to bleach' is translated as bleichen.
What does it mean word for word?
Bleichmittel is a compound word consisting of bleich (pale or bleached) and Mittel (means, medium or agent), literally meaning 'bleaching agent'.
Which one should you use?
Bleichmittel is the standard term used for the chemical substance itself. In contrast, Bleiche can refer to the process of bleaching or to a specific bleaching agent used in certain contexts, such as hair treatment.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
Bleichmittel is a neuter noun and is preceded by the article das (das Bleichmittel). Bleiche is a feminine noun and is preceded by the article die (die Bleiche).
Did you know?
- The noun Bleiche can historically refer to a specific place, such as a field or a linen field, where cloth was spread out in the sun to whiten.
- German distinguishes between bleichen (to bleach) and ausbleichen (to fade), the latter specifically referring to colors disappearing due to sunlight.
- In German, the term bleichen can also be used figuratively to describe how a person's face becomes 'pale' due to sudden fear or shock.
Examples in context
- Bleichmittel ist eine ätzende Substanz.Bleach is a caustic substance.This sentence is useful for describing the caustic nature of Bleichmittel.Tatoeba #12703785 by Yorwba, translation #10613197 by AlanF_US
- Vermische Ammoniak nicht mit Bleichmittel!Don't mix ammonia and bleach together.This sentence is a safety warning regarding mixing ammonia with Bleichmittel.Tatoeba #10041776 by Yorwba, translation #4012462 by CK
- Man kann sich das Haar zu Hause bleichen und färben.You can bleach and dye your hair at home.This sentence illustrates the use of Bleiche in the context of hair treatment.Tatoeba #8202209 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2822674 by Hybrid
- Der Reinigungsservice verwendet Bleichmittel, um hartnäckige Flecken zu entfernen.The cleaning service uses bleach to remove stubborn stains.
- Er empfiehlt Bleichmittel, um die Wäsche aufzuhellen.He recommends bleach to lighten the laundry.
- Hast du schon mal deine Haare mit Bleichmittel blondiert?Have you ever bleached your hair?
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maximilian and Sarah are in the laundry room.
- MaximilianBrauchen wir für diese Wäsche ein Bleichmittel?Do we need a bleach for this laundry?
- SarahNein, das Bleichmittel ist für die weiße Wäsche.No, the bleach is for the white laundry.
- MaximilianIch habe das Bleichmittel im Schrank gefunden.I found the bleach in the cupboard.
- SarahStell das Bleichmittel bitte vorsichtig zurück.Please put the bleach back carefully.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bleach” translations and entries Bleichmittel, Bleiche, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
