die Wäscherei
Translation
laundry, laundromat, dry cleaner's
Examples
Ich bringe meine Hemden in die Wäscherei.
I'm taking my shirts to the laundry.
Die Wäscherei ist um die Ecke.
The laundromat is around the corner.
Grammar Patterns
to take ((sth.)) to the laundry/cleaner's I need to take my suit to the cleaner's.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Reinigung (dry cleaner's)
Etymology
From 'Wäsche' (laundry) and the suffix '-ei', which denotes a place of business (like 'Bäckerei' - bakery).
Memory Tips
Remember the verb 'waschen' (to wash). A 'Wäscherei' is the place where washing is done.