Toothbrush Meaning in English
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 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
Do you prefer a manual or electric toothbrush?
natural
Your toothbrush should be replaced every three months.
natural
I can't find my toothbrush anywhere—did you see it?
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