limpio
clean
Example Sentence
Dejo el cepillo limpio para usarlo mañana.
I leave the toothbrush clean to use it tomorrow.
Meaning
Limpio means clean. You can use it for objects (like a toothbrush) and for surfaces in a hygiene context.
Common Phrases
- mantener limpio — to keep clean
- dejar limpio — to leave clean
Example
El cepillo parece limpio, pero es mejor cambiarlo con frecuencia.
The toothbrush looks clean, but it is better to replace it often.
Common Mistake
Forgetting agreement when needed: la boca limpia is correct; la boca limpio is incorrect.