Vocabulary: Household Cleaning and Laundry

Keeping a house clean and fresh is an important part of daily life. Learning vocabulary related to cleaning and laundry helps you describe chores and products in English with confidence. Here’s a detailed guide to essential cleaning and laundry terms.

🧹 Household Cleaning Supplies

1. Broom – Used for sweeping the floor. (Sweep the dust with a broom.)
2. Dustpan – A flat container for collecting dust. (Use the dustpan with the broom.)
3. Mop – A tool for cleaning floors. (Wipe the tiles with a mop.)
4. Bucket – Holds water for mopping or cleaning. (Fill the bucket with soapy water.)
5. Vacuum Cleaner – A device for removing dust from carpets and floors. (Run the vacuum cleaner over the carpet.)
6. Duster – A tool for removing dust from surfaces. (Dust the shelves with a duster.)
7. Sponge – Used for scrubbing surfaces. (Clean the sink with a sponge.)
8. Scrub Brush – A brush for tough stains. (Scrub the tiles with a brush.)
9. Cleaning Cloth (Rag) – Used for wiping surfaces. (Wipe the counters with a cleaning cloth.)
10. Feather Duster – A duster made of feathers for delicate items. (Use a feather duster for the chandelier.)

🧴 Cleaning Products

11. All-Purpose Cleaner – A liquid for general cleaning. (Spray the all-purpose cleaner on the surface.)
12. Glass Cleaner – Used for cleaning windows and mirrors. (Spray glass cleaner on the mirror and wipe.)
13. Floor Cleaner – A solution for cleaning floors. (Add floor cleaner to the mop water.)
14. Dish Soap – Liquid soap for washing dishes. (Pour dish soap into the sink.)
15. Detergent – Powder or liquid for laundry. (Add detergent to the washing machine.)
16. Bleach – A chemical for whitening and disinfecting. (Use bleach carefully to remove stains.)
17. Disinfectant – Kills germs on surfaces. (Spray disinfectant on frequently touched areas.)
18. Furniture Polish – Shines and protects wood furniture. (Apply furniture polish to the table.)
19. Oven Cleaner – Removes grease and grime from ovens. (Use oven cleaner for baked-on stains.)
20. Toilet Cleaner – Cleans and disinfects the toilet. (Pour toilet cleaner into the bowl.)

🛁 Bathroom Cleaning Tools

21. Toilet Brush – Cleans the inside of the toilet bowl. (Scrub the toilet with a brush.)
22. Plunger – Unclogs toilets or drains. (Use a plunger for a blocked sink.)
23. Tile Cleaner – Removes stains from tiles. (Spray tile cleaner on the bathroom walls.)
24. Squeegee – Removes water from glass or tiles. (Use a squeegee for a streak-free finish.)

🧺 Laundry Essentials

25. Washing Machine – An appliance for washing clothes. (Load the washing machine with dirty clothes.)
26. Dryer – Dries clothes after washing. (Put the wet clothes in the dryer.)
27. Laundry Basket – Holds dirty or clean clothes. (Place dirty laundry in the basket.)
28. Clothesline – A line for drying clothes naturally. (Hang clothes on the clothesline to dry.)
29. Clothespins (Pegs) – Secure clothes on a clothesline. (Use clothespins to keep clothes from falling.)
30. Iron – Removes wrinkles from clothes. (Press your shirt with an iron.)
31. Ironing Board – A surface for ironing clothes. (Set up the ironing board before ironing.)
32. Stain Remover – Removes tough stains from fabric. (Apply stain remover before washing.)
33. Fabric Softener – Makes clothes soft and fresh. (Add fabric softener to the rinse cycle.)

🗑️ Waste Disposal Items

34. Trash Can – A container for waste. (Throw the garbage in the trash can.)
35. Garbage Bags – Used to line trash cans. (Replace the garbage bag when it’s full.)
36. Compost Bin – For biodegradable waste. (Put vegetable peels in the compost bin.)

🗣️ Vocabulary in Practice

Example Sentences:

1. Sweep the floor with a broom and collect the dust in a dustpan.
2. Add detergent and fabric softener to the washing machine.
3. Wipe the windows with a squeegee after spraying glass cleaner.
4. Hang wet clothes on the clothesline using clothespins.

💬 Practice Describing Cleaning Routines

• “I vacuum the carpets and mop the floors every weekend.”
• “I use a toilet cleaner and toilet brush to clean the bathroom.”
• “After washing, I iron the clothes on an ironing board.”

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