Health and Local Languages: How do you say "Wash your hands"?
Germs don't care what language you speak.
Although the global emergency of COVID-19 has receded, the need for accurate health information in all languages remains critical. Millions of people who speak lesser-known languages still lack resources about infectious diseases. The information gap is vast, and it continues to put lives at risk.
"Wash your hands" is a simple but vital message in preventing the spread of many illnesses. Yet, for some communities, even this basic advice isn’t being communicated. Below, you can explore how to say it in 634 different languages. You can also download our hand-washing posters to share in print or on social media.
Spread the word, not germs.
"Wash Your Hands" in many languages.
Search the list below to find out how to say "Wash your hands" in 634 different languages.
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