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soft water

/sɒft ˈwɔːtər/

Traduction: Eau contenant une faible concentration de minéraux dissous, notamment de calcium et de magnésium, ce qui facilite la formation de mousse avec le savon et réduit le risque de dépôts minéraux.

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/sɒft ˈwɔːtər/C1formaltechnical
  • frEau contenant une faible concentration de minéraux dissous, notamment de calcium et de magnésium, ce qui facilite la formation de mousse avec le savon et réduit le risque de dépôts minéraux.

Water that has a low concentration of dissolved minerals, particularly calcium and magnesium, making it easier to lather with soap and less likely to leave mineral deposits.

  1. Water with low mineral contentB2formal

    Water that contains low concentrations of dissolved minerals, particularly calcium and magnesium, which makes it easier to lather with soap.

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    • Soft water is preferred for washing clothes because it requires less detergent.
    • Homes with water softeners have soft water throughout the plumbing system.
    • Soft water can taste slightly different from hard water due to the lack of minerals.