Jiten beta

洗(あら)う
Rank #1,441

Meanings

  • Godan verb with 'u' ending, transitive verb
    1. to wash; to cleanse; to rinse
  • 2. to inquire into; to investigate
  • 3. to purify (one's heart)
  • 4. to lave (e.g. shore); to wash over (e.g. deck); to sweep

Readings

洗う
(91%)
あらう
(8%)
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