VocabJLPT N4
cleaning
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. cleaning
  2. 2. sweeping
  3. 3. Cleanliness
A noun and する-verb meaning "cleaning" or "tidying up," referring to the act of making a space clean and neat. It is commonly used in everyday conversation for household chores such as sweeping, vacuuming, or tidying a room.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hold on, I'm cleaning right now — don't come in!

Sentence 2

Where do you think I should start cleaning?

Sentence 3

My dog leaves muddy paw prints the second I finish cleaning!

Sentence 4

Wait, you're still not done cleaning?!

Sentence 5

"It's your turn to clean today, right?" my friend asked.