How to say to rinse in Korean

Meaning

헹구다 means to rinse something with water after washing it or to clean it lightly with water. People use it for dishes, fruit, hands, and hair. It often describes a quick final wash, not a full deep clean.

Example sentences

1. 그릇을 물로 헹궈요.

   I rinse the dish with water.

2. 손을 깨끗이 헹구세요.

   Please rinse your hands well.

3. 사과를 물에 헹군 후 먹어요.

   I rinse the apple in water before eating it.

4. 샴푸 후 머리를 헹gü세요.

   Rinse your hair after shampooing.

5. 컵을 한 번 더 헹궈 주세요.

   Please rinse the cup one more time.