B1 Collocation Neutral

Asearse.

To clean oneself.

Meaning

To wash or groom oneself to be clean and tidy.

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Cultural Background

In Spain, 'asearse' is a standard, polite term used in both home and public settings. In Mexico, people often use 'bañarse' for the act of washing, but 'asearse' is understood as a more formal, comprehensive grooming. Used in formal contexts, especially when discussing hygiene standards in schools or workplaces. Similar to Spain, it is a neutral term used to describe personal hygiene.

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Reflexive focus

Always remember the reflexive pronoun. It is key to the meaning.

Meaning

To wash or groom oneself to be clean and tidy.

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Reflexive focus

Always remember the reflexive pronoun. It is key to the meaning.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct form of asearse.

Después de la carrera, los atletas necesitan ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: asearse

The infinitive is needed after 'necesitan'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct form of asearse. Fill Blank B1

Después de la carrera, los atletas necesitan ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: asearse

The infinitive is needed after 'necesitan'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, use 'bañar' for animals.

Related Phrases

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Arreglarse

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To get ready/dressed up

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Lavarse

similar

To wash

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