Pronunciation

/ˈsɑːp/

Definitions

Noun

• A detergent made from alkali and fats or oils, used for cleaning: “She filled the sink with hot soapy water.”
• Bar of soap: “I ran out of soap, can you pass me one?”
• Soap opera: A television drama that focuses on melodramatic storylines, often aired in daily episodes: “I can’t believe you’re still watching that soap!”

Verb

• To clean with soap: “She used soap to scrub the dishes.”
• To lather (oneself) with soap when washing: “He soaped up his hands before washing his face.”

Phrases

• “Lather up with soap” means to apply soap to your skin for washing.
• “Use soap and water” is a common recommendation for personal hygiene.
• “Soapbox” refers to a public platform for making a speech or expressing opinions.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She used a bar of lavender-scented soap to wash her hands.”
• Verb: “After a long day, he enjoyed a relaxing bath with a soothing soap.”
• Verb: “The soap opera’s storyline had reached a dramatic climax.”

Synonyms

• Lye
• Detergent
• Cleanser
• Shampoo (for hair)
• Bar soap
• Soap剧 (in Chinese)