Lather Meaning in English
word
ˈɫæðɝ
LAH-dher
ˈlæ.ðə(ɹ)
LA-thuh
Definition
A mass of small bubbles made from soap and water; also, the action of creating bubbles while washing. Can be used as a noun or verb.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used for soap or shaving cream. As a verb, 'lather up' is common, especially in informal conversation. Rarely used outside cleaning contexts. Do not confuse with 'foam' (more general) or 'bubble' (individual).
Spanish: espuma (de jabón) - enjabonarPortuguese (BR): espuma (de sabão) - ensaboarPortuguese (PT): espuma (de sabão) - ensaboarChinese (Simplified): 泡沫（肥皂）- 打泡沫Chinese (Traditional): 泡沫（肥皂）- 打泡沫Hindi: झाग (साबुन का) - झाग बनानाArabic: رغوة (الصابون) - يرغيBengali: ঝাঁপুস (সাবানের ফেনা) - সাবানের ফেনা তৈরি করাRussian: пена (от мыла) - намыливатьJapanese: 泡 - 泡立てるVietnamese: bọt xà phòng - tạo bọtKorean: 거품 (비누) - 거품을 내다Turkish: sabun köpüğü - köpük yapmakUrdu: جھاگ (صابن کا) - جھاگ بناناIndonesian: busa sabun - menggosok hingga berbusa
Example Sentences
I washed my hands with lather and warm water.
basic
The soap made a thick lather.
basic
Please lather your hands for at least 20 seconds.
basic
He always lathers up before shaving.
natural
The kids love to play with the lather in the bath.
natural
If the shampoo doesn't lather, try adding a little more water.
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