Soaping Meaning in English
word · lemma: soap
ˈsoʊp
SOHP-ing
sˈəʊpɪŋ
SOH-ping
Definition
The act of applying or covering something with soap, usually as part of cleaning or washing.
Usage & Nuances
'Soaping' is commonly used as a noun (the act of putting on soap) or present participle of 'soap'. Most often used for hands, bodies, or objects. Rare as a standalone noun outside cleaning contexts. Do not confuse with 'soap opera' (a TV show).
Spanish: enjabonadoPortuguese (BR): ensaboar - ensaboamentoPortuguese (PT): ensaboar - ensaboamentoChinese (Simplified): 抹肥皂 - 上肥皂Chinese (Traditional): 抹肥皂 - 上肥皂Hindi: साबुन लगानाArabic: تغطية بالصابونBengali: সাবান লাগানো - সাবান মাখানোRussian: намазывание мылом - намыливаниеJapanese: 石けんをつけること - 石けんで洗うことVietnamese: xà phòng hóa - bôi xà phòngKorean: 비누칠 - 비누 바르기Turkish: sabunlamaUrdu: صابن لگاناIndonesian: menggosok sabun - menyabuni
Example Sentences
He is soaping his hands before dinner.
basic
Proper soaping helps remove germs.
basic
Soaping the car makes it easier to wash off dirt.
basic
After soaping up, rinse well to remove all the bubbles.
natural
I spent extra time soaping the stains out of my shirt.
natural
You missed a spot while soaping your back.
natural