Spanish Word · Intermediate
gratar
to clean or polish with a wire brush
Pronunciation: /ɡɾaˈtaɾ/
Meaning
to clean or polish with a wire brush
Example
El herrero grató la pieza de metal para darle un acabado suave.
The blacksmith polished the piece of metal to give it a smooth finish.
Practice tips
- Practice gratar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.