洗う
N5あらう
[arau]
Definitions
1.Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb
to wash; to cleanse; to rinse
2.Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb
to inquire into; to investigate
3.Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb
to purify (one's heart)
4.Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb
to lave (e.g. shore); to wash over (e.g. deck); to sweep
Example Sentences
食べたあとすぐにお皿を洗った。
I washed the dishes right after eating.
警察は容疑者の身辺を洗うそうだ。
I hear the police will investigate the suspect's background.
外から帰ったら手を洗わないとご飯を食べちゃだめだよ。
When you come home from outside, you can't eat until you wash your hands.