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dishes (noun)

Refers to the plates, bowls, cups, and other utensils used for serving and eating food. The term can also refer to the task of washing these items after a meal, often phrased as 'doing the dishes'.

💬 Example

"It's your turn to do the dishes tonight."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of the 'sh' sound in 'wash' and 'dish'. You WASH the DISHES. Both words share that quiet 'shhh' sound of water.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I need to wash the dish. → I need to wash the dishes.

He is making the dishes. → He is doing the dishes.

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