Here are some other ways to say cleaning in French, depending on the context:
* "Faire le ménage" (to do the housework) is a more general term for cleaning the house.
* "Nettoyer" (to clean) is a verb that can be used for cleaning specific items or areas.
* "Essuyer" (to wipe) is used for cleaning surfaces with a cloth.
* "Balayer" (to sweep) is used for cleaning floors with a broom.
You can also use "le nettoyage" (the cleaning) as a noun.