Meaning
To wash oneself under a spray of water.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'ducharse' is the standard term. 'Darse una ducha' is common but slightly more descriptive. In Mexico, 'bañarse' is used for both baths and showers almost exclusively.
Reflexive reminder
Always check your subject pronoun when using 'darse'.
Meaning
To wash oneself under a spray of water.
Reflexive reminder
Always check your subject pronoun when using 'darse'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Yo ____ una ducha antes de salir.
The subject is 'Yo', so the reflexive pronoun must be 'me'.
Which is correct?
Choose the natural way to say 'I am taking a shower'.
The reflexive pronoun 'me' is required for the action to be performed on oneself.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesYo ____ una ducha antes de salir.
The subject is 'Yo', so the reflexive pronoun must be 'me'.
Choose the natural way to say 'I am taking a shower'.
The reflexive pronoun 'me' is required for the action to be performed on oneself.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is common in many Latin American countries.
Related Phrases
Ducharme
synonymTo shower myself
Bañarse
similarTo bathe
