duchar
“duchar” means “to shower” in Spanish (giving a shower to someone or something else).
to showerAlso: to drench
📝 In Action
Tengo que duchar al perro porque está muy sucio.
A1I have to shower the dog because he is very dirty.
La enfermera ducha a los pacientes cada mañana.
A2The nurse showers the patients every morning.
No duches las plantas con agua tan fría.
B1Don't drench the plants with such cold water.
Word Connections
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
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How do you say 'I shower the dog'?
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📚 Etymology
Derived from the Spanish noun 'ducha,' which comes from the French word 'douche,' ultimately from the Latin 'ductio,' meaning 'a leading' or 'conveying' (of water).
First recorded: 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'duchar' mean 'to bathe'?
Technically, 'bañar' is to bathe (usually in a tub), while 'duchar' is specifically to shower. However, in casual conversation, 'bañarse' is often used as a general term for washing oneself regardless of the method.
Is 'duchar' a regular verb?
Yes! It follows the standard pattern for all -ar verbs in all tenses, making it very easy to conjugate.
How do I tell someone 'Go take a shower!'?
You would usually use the reflexive imperative: '¡Dúchate!' (for 'tú').