der Putzlappen
Translation
cleaning cloth, cleaning rag, duster
Examples
Ich brauche einen sauberen Putzlappen.
I need a clean cleaning cloth.
Der Putzlappen liegt in der Küche.
The cleaning cloth is in the kitchen.
Grammar Patterns
to use ((sth.)) to use ((a cleaning cloth)) I'm using a cleaning cloth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Tuch (cloth), der Wischlappen (mop cloth)
Etymology
A compound word from 'putzen' (to clean) and 'der Lappen' (the rag/cloth). Literally a 'cleaning rag'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Putz' for cleaning, 'lappen' for a rag. A rag for 'putting' things in order by cleaning.