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I was washing
-estaba lavando
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I was washing
-estuve lavando
Past progressiveconjugation ofwash.There are other translations for this conjugation.

I was washing

I was washing(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. estaba lavando
Where have you been? - I was washing the clothes at the laundromat.¿Dónde has estado? - Estaba lavando la ropa en la lavandería automática.
b. lavaba
I was washing the dishes when I spilled detergent all over the floor.Lavaba los platos cuando derramé detergente por todo el piso.
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