toothbrush
word
/ˈtuθbɹəʃ/
TOOTH-brush
/tˈuːθbɹʌʃ/
TOOTH-brush
Definition
A small brush used for cleaning your teeth, usually with toothpaste.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as a countable noun ('a toothbrush,' 'three toothbrushes'). Common collocations: 'electric toothbrush,' 'change your toothbrush,' 'toothbrush holder.' Do not confuse with 'toothpaste' (the cleaning gel).
Spanish: cepillo de dientesPortuguese (BR): escova de dentePortuguese (PT): escova de dentesChinese (Simplified): 牙刷Chinese (Traditional): 牙刷Hindi: टूथब्रशArabic: فرشاة أسنانBengali: টুথব্রাশ - দাঁতের ব্রাশRussian: зубная щёткаJapanese: 歯ブラシVietnamese: bàn chải đánh răngKorean: 칫솔Turkish: diş fırçasıUrdu: ٹوٹھ برشIndonesian: sikat gigi
Example Sentences
I can't find my toothbrush anywhere—did you see it?
natural
Do you prefer a manual or electric toothbrush?
natural
I bought a new toothbrush yesterday.
basic
Please put your toothbrush back after using it.
basic
He forgot to pack his toothbrush for the trip.
basic
Your toothbrush should be replaced every three months.
natural