Usage Note
Staubtuch is a soft cloth used for dusting furniture and surfaces. Microfibre versions (Mikrofasertuch) have largely replaced traditional cotton ones; both are described by this word in everyday speech.
Examples
"Fahr mit dem Staubtuch einmal über das Bücherregal."
Natural Translation
Run the dust cloth over the bookshelf once.
Literal Translation
Run with the dust-cloth once over the bookshelf.
Related Words
- Abfluss drain, plug hole
- Abflussreiniger drain cleaner
- Abzieher squeegee, floor wiper
- Allzweckreiniger all-purpose cleaner, multipurpose cleaner
- Besen broom
- Einzugsreinigung move-in cleaning, pre-tenancy clean
- Entkalkungsmittel descaler, decalcifying agent
- Essigwasser vinegar water (cleaning solution of vinegar and water)
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