productos de limpieza
/pɾoduɡtos de limpjeθa/from spelling rules
The English phrase "cleaning supplies" is translated into Spanish as productos de limpieza.
The phrase productos de limpieza is used to refer to both the chemical substances (like detergents) and the tools (like sponges) used for cleaning.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of productos (products), de (of) and limpieza (cleaning).
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase can be used in the singular form producto de limpieza when referring to a single item.
How do you pronounce it?
/pɾoduɡtos de limpjeθa/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word limpieza describes both the act of cleaning and the quality of being clean. This means a person can be described as having limpieza to mean they are honest or have a 'clean' reputation.
- The word limpio is a cognate of the English word 'limpid', which describes a liquid that is clear and transparent. Both words share an ancient root meaning 'clean' or 'clear'.
- While productos de limpieza is the general term, many Spanish speakers use the word detergente as a generic term for any liquid cleaning supply, even if it is not technically a detergent.
Examples in context
- Maria, ¿puedo pedirte prestados algunos productos de limpieza?Maria, can I borrow some cleaning products from you?
- ¡No puedo encontrar mis utensilios de limpieza!I can't find my cleaning tools!
- Necesito comprar algunos productos de limpieza.I need to buy some cleaning supplies.
- Los productos de limpieza están en el pasillo.The cleaning supplies are in the aisle.
- No tenemos suficientes productos de limpieza en la casa.We do not have enough cleaning supplies at home.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are in the supermarket.
- María¿Dónde están los productos de limpieza, Daniel?Where are the cleaning supplies, Daniel?
- DanielEstán cerca de los productos de lavandería.They are near the laundry products.
- MaríaGracias, voy a buscar los productos de limpieza.Thanks, I am going to look for the cleaning supplies.
- DanielNo olvides comprar un desinfectante nuevo.Don't forget to buy a new disinfectant.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
