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sauber machen (verb)

to clean

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine making (machen) something so sour (sauber sounds a bit like sour) that all the dirt runs away, leaving it clean.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Not separating 'sauber' and 'machen' in main clauses (e.g., saying 'Ich saubermache').

Using 'sauber machen' when 'aufräumen' (tidying up) is meant.

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