Laundry Vocabulary
What do we call the place where we wash and dry clothes?
Laundry room
True or False: You can mix bleach and detergent together.
False
What colors go together in one load?
Lights with lights, darks with darks
What button starts the washer?
Start button
Why should we wear clean clothes?
For hygiene and good smell
What do we call the machine that gets clothes clean?
Washing machine
What should you clean out of the dryer before starting it?
Lint trap
What do you do if you spill juice on your shirt?
Treat the stain right away
What setting should you use for towels?
warm cycle
What happens if we wear dirty clothes often?
They smell bad and can cause skin problems
What does “detergent” mean?
Soap used to clean clothes
Why shouldn’t you overload the washer?
It can break or not clean clothes properly
What do you check before putting clothes in the washer?
Pockets
What do you clean after every dryer use?
Lint trap
How often should you wash socks and underwear?
After each wear
What does “rinse cycle” do?
Washes away soap and dirt
What should you do if detergent spills?
Clean it up right away
What happens if you wash reds with whites?
The whites turn pink
What does the spin cycle do?
Removes extra water
What does clean laundry make you feel like?
Fresh and confident
What does “load” mean in laundry?
A group of clothes washed together
What should you never put in the dryer?
Wet shoes, rubber, batteries, or items with gasoline/oil/
What can you use to pre-treat a stain?
Stain remover or detergent
What is the difference between washer and dryer?
Washer cleans; dryer dries
Why is folding laundry important?
Keeps clothes neat and ready to wear