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planchar

to iron

verb plahn-CHAHR Rare

Usage Note

Planchar follows the regular -ar pattern. In some Latin American varieties it is also used colloquially to mean 'to stand someone up', where Spain prefers dejar plantado. Learners should be aware of this regional split.

Examples

"Tengo que planchar las camisas esta noche."

Natural Translation

I have to iron the shirts tonight.

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