encogimiento

Noun masculine B2 #5175 most common

Translations

Can refer to physical or metaphorical shrinking.

The shrinking of the fabric is a common problem when washing new clothes.

A medida que se lava la ropa en agua caliente, el encogimiento puede ser inevitable, lo que lleva a la frustración de quienes cuidan sus prendas.

As clothes are washed in hot water, shrinking can be inevitable, leading to frustration for those who take care of their garments.

Es recomendable que se sigan las instrucciones de lavado para minimizar el encogimiento de las prendas.

It is advisable to follow washing instructions to minimize the shrinking of garments.