paghugas

Paghugas is a Filipino term that translates to "washing" in English. It encompasses a variety of actions related to cleaning and purifying with water. The most common context for paghugas is personal hygiene, such as paghuhugas ng kamay (washing of hands) or paghuhugas ng mukha (washing of the face). This practice is emphasized for health and cleanliness.

Beyond personal care, paghugas can refer to the washing of dishes, known as paghuhugas ng plato. This is a daily chore in many Filipino households. It also extends to the cleaning of clothes, paghuhugas ng damit, which can be done manually or with a washing machine. In a broader sense, paghugas can also mean rinsing or cleansing something, such as paghuhugas ng bigas (rinsing rice) before cooking. The act of washing is fundamental to maintaining cleanliness and order in various aspects of Filipino life.