spülen
Translation
to wash up, to rinse, to flush
Examples
Ich muss das Geschirr spülen.
I have to wash the dishes.
Spül bitte den Mund aus.
Please rinse your mouth out.
Die Wellen spülen den Sand weg.
The waves wash the sand away.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to wash, rinse sth. I have to wash the dishes.
Similar Words
waschen (to wash), reinigen (to clean)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'spüelen', meaning 'to rinse, wash'. Related to English 'spill'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'pool' of water you use to 'spülen' (rinse) the dishes. The sound is somewhat similar.