This is the 11658th most frequent Spanish word.
frota
"Frota" means "rubs" or "scrubs."
Here, "frota" is used as a verb meaning to rub or scrub in a physical sense.
Ella se frota las manos para calentarlas.
She rubs her hands to warm them.
In this sentence, "frota" emphasizes a gentle motion to avoid damage.
Cuando limpias el vidrio, frota con cuidado para no rayarlo.
When cleaning the glass, rub it carefully so as not to scratch it.
This usage of "frota" highlights the action of applying a substance evenly over a surface through rubbing.