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detergent in German

detergent in German is Reinigungsmittel, Waschmittel — detergent means a cleaning agent, especially a manufactured chemical rather than traditional soap.

detergent in German

Reinigungsmittel
noun
Any non-soap cleaning agent, especially a synthetic surfactant.
Waschmittel
noun
Any non-soap cleaning agent, especially a synthetic surfactant.

What does "detergent" mean?

  1. noun A cleaning agent, especially a manufactured chemical rather than traditional soap.
    "Add a capful of laundry detergent to the wash."
  2. adj Having a cleansing effect.
    "The soap has a mild detergent action on oily skin."

detergent in a sentence

  • Add a capful of laundry detergent to the wash.
  • Dish detergent cuts through grease better than plain water.
  • The soap has a mild detergent action on oily skin.

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "detergent" in German?

"detergent" in German is Reinigungsmittel, Waschmittel. detergent means: A cleaning agent, especially a manufactured chemical rather than traditional soap.

How do you use "detergent" in a sentence?

Example: "Add a capful of laundry detergent to the wash." In German, "detergent" is Reinigungsmittel, Waschmittel.

Are there other ways to say "detergent" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "detergent": Reinigungsmittel, Waschmittel.

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