bañarse
verbCEFR A1
What does “bañarse” mean in English?
to bathe
to bathe (oneself) (reflexive)
Example sentences
Me baño una vez a la semana.
I take a bath once a week.
Los niños se bañan en el mar.
The children swim in the sea.
Voy a bañarme antes de cenar.
I'm going to take a bath before dinner.
How to use it
Bañarse means 'to take a bath' (or 'to swim' in some regions). Reflexive: me baño. Distinct from ducharse (to shower) and nadar (to swim).
Common mistake
Bañarse can mean 'take a bath' (in a tub) AND 'swim' (in the sea, regional). Ducharse is for showers specifically. Nadar is for swimming as exercise.