solo enjuague
/solo enxwaɡe/from spelling rules
The phrase "rinse only" in Spanish is translated as solo enjuague.
This phrase refers to a setting on a washing machine or dishwasher where items are washed with water but without the use of soap.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of solo (only) and enjuague (rinse or rinse cycle).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, solo aclarado is a common way to express the "rinse only" setting on appliances.
How do you pronounce it?
/solo enxwaɡe/
Did you know?
- The word enjuague is used not only for machines but also for 'mouthwash', which is literally a 'mouth rinse'.
- The word solo used to require a written accent mark, sólo, to distinguish it from 'solo' (alone), but modern Spanish grammar rules have largely removed this requirement.
- The word solo was inherited from the Old Spanish solo, which came from the Latin sōlus meaning 'alone' or 'sole'.
Examples in context
- Enjuague únicamente el cabello con agua tibia antes de aplicar el acondicionador.Rinse only your hair with lukewarm water before applying the conditioner.
- Por favor, solo enjuague los platos con agua antes de colocarlos en el lavavajillas.Please just rinse the dishes with water before placing them in the dishwasher.
- Después del cepillado, solo enjuaga tu boca con agua.After brushing, just rinse your mouth with water.
- Antes de aplicar el acondicionador, solo aclara bien el cabello con agua tibia.Before applying the conditioner, simply rinse your hair thoroughly with lukewarm water.
- Lava rápidamente los platos solo con agua antes de ponerlos en el lavavajillas.Quickly wash the dishes with water only before putting them in the dishwasher.
- Después de aplicar el champú, enjuaga solo con agua.After applying the shampoo, rinse only with water.
- Usa el modo de solo enjuague.Use the rinse only mode.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are in the laundry room.
- Lucía¿Qué programa uso para la ropa delicada?What program do I use for the delicate clothes?
- JavierPuedes seleccionar el de solo enjuague.You can select the rinse only one.
- LucíaPerfecto, gracias por el consejo.Perfect, thanks for the advice.
- JavierDe nada, Lucía.You're welcome, Lucía.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries enjuague, solo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
