Also means
rag
Usage Note
Putzlappen combines putzen (to clean) and Lappen (cloth). It is the everyday all-purpose rag; a softer cloth for dusting is a Staubtuch, and a dishcloth is a Spüllappen.
Examples
"Nimm einen feuchten Putzlappen für die Fensterbank."
Natural Translation
Take a damp cloth for the windowsill.
Literal Translation
Take a damp cleaning-cloth for the windowsill.
Related Words
- Abfluss drain, plug hole
- Abflussreiniger drain cleaner
- Abzieher squeegee, floor wiper
- Allzweckreiniger all-purpose cleaner, multipurpose cleaner
- Besen broom
- Einzugsreinigung move-in cleaning, pre-tenancy clean
- Entkalkungsmittel descaler, decalcifying agent
- Essigwasser vinegar water (cleaning solution of vinegar and water)
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