Some of you got cleaning jobs, so I have decided to write this post for those who need some housekeeping vocabulary. You can read and memorize everything, watch the videos. Good luck with it.
Irena
First of all I'd like to start with a simple vocabulary everyone should know.
Rooms in a House
Furniture and Decorations
Now you are going to learn some furniture and decorations. In different rooms we use different furniture - table and chairs in the living room, bed in the bedroom, sofa in the living room...
Household appliances
You also need to know household appliances. We have most of them in the kitchen and laundry room.
word | meaning |
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dishwasher | electric appliance that washes dishes; can be "built-in" (under a sink) or "portable" (moved and attached to the sink when in use) |
dryer | electric appliance used to dry laundry |
fridge | electric appliance used for keeping food cold |
freezer | electric appliance used for keeping food frozen (very cold) |
garbage disposal | located inside a drain; chops up bits of food into small pieces to fit down the pipes |
microwave | electric appliance for cooking food quickly |
oven | electric appliance for baking and heating food |
stove, range | elements on top of an oven for heating, frying, and boiling food |
washing machine | electric appliance for cleaning laundry |
word | meaning |
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baking soda | white powder used for cleaning and removing odors |
bleach | liquid added in small amounts to water; has strong chemicals that remove stains on white clothing; also used to clean bathrooms |
broom | brush with a long handle on it for sweeping floors |
carpet cleaner | foam or liquid soap used on rugs and carpets |
deodorizer | product that removes bad smells from a room; often scented |
dishwashing detergent | liquid or powder soap that goes into a dishwasher |
dust pan | flat container used for collecting dirt and dust swept up with a broom |
duster | a cleaning tool with a handle and feathers (or a soft cloth) used for wiping dust off surfaces |
garbage or trash bag | large, heavy bag for collecting the household garbage |
garbage or trash bin | container with a lid that holds large garbage bags |
gloves | coverings for the hands, with separate holes for the fingers |
hose | a long tube that fills with water; often kept outside and used for outdoor cleaning |
laundry detergent | powder or liquid soap used for cleaning clothes and linen |
mop | long stick with a sponge at the bottom that is soaked in water and soap; used for cleaning floors |
recycling bin | a container that holds paper, tins, glass, and other garbage that can be reused |
scouring pads | tough cleaning pads used for scrubbing pots, pans, and ovens |
scrub brush | a brush with a handle on it; often used for cleaning toilets |
sponge | a soft cleaning product that absorbs water and is used for washing surfaces |
stain remover | laundry product used specifically on spots that regular laundry detergent cannot clean (stains include red wine or blood) |
vacuum cleaner | a machine that sucks up dust and dirt on the floor as you push it around |
vinegar | a clear sour tasting liquid mixed with water and used for cleaning; environmentally friendly alternative to store bought cleaners |
Linen and Laundry
word | meaning |
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bath towel | large towel used for drying the body after a shower or bath |
face cloth or wash cloth | small, square shaped towel or cloth used for washing the face and hands |
fitted sheet | sheet with elastic that goes on top of the mattress and stays in place |
fold verb | make articles of clothing small and neat for storage |
hand towel | a towel hung in the bathroom; used for drying hands |
hanger noun | a wire or plastic hook used for hanging clothes in a closet |
iron noun and verb | an electric appliance used for making clothes flat; to remove wrinkles |
king size | the largest size bed or bed covering |
laundry noun do the laundry | the washing of clothing |
pillow case | a covering similar to a sheet that protects the head cushion |
queen size | large size bed and bed covering (smaller than king, larger than double) |
sheet noun | a light cover on the bed |
single | smallest bed or bed covering size; made for one person |
stain noun | a spot that is difficult to clean |
top sheet | the sheet that goes on top of the fitted sheet and under a heavier blanket |
twin size | bed or bed covering size that is larger than a single and smaller than a double; used for one person |
Describing Words for Housekeepers
word | meaning | example sentence |
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allergic | when a person must stay away from a certain food or cleaning product because it can cause them to get very sick | Our daughter is allergic to that laundry detergent. |
clean | remove dirt and stains | When the kitchen is clean I will start on the laundry. |
clogged, plugged | when something is blocking the hole of a tube or pipe | The kitchen drain is clogged with potato skins. |
damp | a little bit wet | I hung up your suit, but it is still a little damp. |
dirty | opposite of clean | The floors are dirty because the kids walked through with their boots on. |
dusty | when furniture and surfaces are covered with a small layer of matter | The office furniture upstairs is very dusty. |
filthy | very dirty | The bathroom is filthy because we went away for the weekend and left the kids at home. |
messy | out of order, opposite of neat and tidy | The children's rooms are messy, but it's their job to clean them. |
neat, tidy (often expressed as "neat and tidy") | in good order, opposite of messy | Thank you for leaving the house so neat and tidy. |
slippery | surface that is wet or polished and is easy to fall on | I just mopped, so the floors are a bit slippery. |
soapy | covered with lots of soap bubbles | Can you rinse the dishes again? They are still soapy. |
wet | filled or covered with water, opposite of dry | I put the dryer on twice but the clothes are still wet. |
environmentally friendly | good for the world, doesn't contain strong chemicals | We only use cleaning products that are environmentally friendly. |
Action Words for Housekeepers
word | meaning | example sentence |
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allergic | when a person must stay away from a certain food or cleaning product because it can cause them to get very sick | Our daughter is allergic to that laundry detergent. |
clean | remove dirt and stains | When the kitchen is clean I will start on the laundry. |
clogged, plugged | when something is blocking the hole of a tube or pipe | The kitchen drain is clogged with potato skins. |
damp | a little bit wet | I hung up your suit, but it is still a little damp. |
dirty | opposite of clean | The floors are dirty because the kids walked through with their boots on. |
dusty | when furniture and surfaces are covered with a small layer of matter | The office furniture upstairs is very dusty. |
filthy | very dirty | The bathroom is filthy because we went away for the weekend and left the kids at home. |
messy | out of order, opposite of neat and tidy | The children's rooms are messy, but it's their job to clean them. |
neat, tidy (often expressed as "neat and tidy") | in good order, opposite of messy | Thank you for leaving the house so neat and tidy. |
slippery | surface that is wet or polished and is easy to fall on | I just mopped, so the floors are a bit slippery. |
soapy | covered with lots of soap bubbles | Can you rinse the dishes again? They are still soapy. |
wet | filled or covered with water, opposite of dry | I put the dryer on twice but the clothes are still wet. |
environmentally friendly | good for the world, doesn't contain strong chemicals | We only use cleaning products that are environmentally friendly. |
Now, please make sure you understand and memorized all the words because you are going to take a quiz.
Now, watch the video about how to clean the entire house.
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