aclarado extra
/aklaɾado eɡstɾa/from spelling rules
The English phrase "extra rinse" is translated into Spanish as aclarado extra.
This phrase refers to an additional cycle of rinsing water used in a washing machine to remove leftover soap.
What does it mean word for word?
The word aclarado comes from the verb aclarar, which means to clarify or to rinse.
Which one should you use?
While aclarado extra is common, aclarado adicional is a more formal way to express the same concept in technical manuals. You may also see enjuague adicional used as a synonym for aclarado extra.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In certain Latin American countries, enjuague adicional may be used in casual conversations.
How do you pronounce it?
/aklaɾado eɡstɾa/
Did you know?
- The verb aclarar is also used in a figurative sense in Spanish to mean 'to clear up' a misunderstanding or 'to enlighten' someone.
- The verb aclarar shares a root with the word claro, meaning 'clear'. This connects the physical act of removing soap from fabric to the visual state of water becoming transparent.
- While aclarado is the standard term in Spain, in Mexico and Colombia, using enjuague is far more common for both technical and casual settings.
Examples in context
- Por favor, seleccione el ciclo de enjuague extra en la lavadora antes de comenzar el lavado.Please select the extra rinse cycle on the washing machine before starting the wash.
- Recomendamos un lavado con enjuague adicional para asegurar que todos los residuos de detergente sean eliminados correctamente.We recommend an extra rinse to ensure all detergent residues are properly removed.
- No te olvides de poner el enjuague extra en la lavadora, así la ropa quedará aún más fresca.Don't forget to add the extra rinse to the washing machine, it will make your clothes even fresher.
- Ponle un aclarado extra a la ropa.Add an extra rinse to the clothes.
- El programa tiene un aclarado extra.The program has an extra rinse.
Example conversation
Javier and Elena are doing laundry at home.
- Javier¿Usas el ciclo normal o un aclarado extra?Do you use the normal cycle or an extra rinse?
- ElenaPrefiero el aclarado extra para la piel de los niños.I prefer the extra rinse for the children's skin.
- JavierEs una buena idea, Elena.That is a good idea, Elena.
- ElenaSí, así no queda nada de jabón.Yes, that way no soap is left behind.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
