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Sabun (साबुन) in English

The Hindi/Urdu word Sabun (साबुन) is a household term used every day. Its English translation is very simple, but there are specific words for different types of cleaning agents.

Question (Click to Flip)

What is a 'Bar of soap'?

Answer

A 'bar of soap' refers to a solid, rectangular piece of soap. We don't usually say 'a soap'; we say 'a bar of soap' (साबुन की टिकिया).

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Key Facts

The word 'Sabun' originally came into Hindi/Urdu from the Arabic word 'Sabun' (صَابُون). In fact, versions of this word are used across the world: 'Sabón' in Spanish, 'Savon' in French, and 'Sabun' in Turkish and Malay!

English Translation

साबुन (Sabun) = Soap

Example:

  • Hindi: कृपया मुझे साबुन देना।
  • English: Please give me the soap.

Types of Sabun (Soaps) in English

  • नहाने का साबुन (Nahaane ka sabun): Bathing soap / Body soap.
  • कपड़े धोने का साबुन (Kapde dhone ka sabun): Washing soap / Laundry soap.
  • बर्तन धोने का साबुन (Bartan dhone ka sabun): Dishwashing soap / Dish soap.

Related Bathroom Terms

  • साबुनदानी (Sabun-daani): Soap dish / Soap dispenser.
  • झाग (Jhaag): Lather / Foam.
  • सर्फ/पाउडर (Surf/Powder): Detergent powder (Surf is actually a brand name that became synonymous with detergent in India).
  • तरल साबुन (Taral Sabun): Liquid soap / Body wash.

Questions and Answers

What is a 'Bar of soap'?+

A 'bar of soap' refers to a solid, rectangular piece of soap. We don't usually say 'a soap'; we say 'a bar of soap' (साबुन की टिकिया).

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