German Word · Intermediate
spülen
to wash, to sweep, to flush
Pronunciation: /ˈʃpyːln̩/
Meaning
to wash, to sweep, to flush
Example
Bitte spülen Sie Ihre Flaschen vor dem Recycling.
Please rinse your bottles before recycling them.
Practice tips
- Practice spülen out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.