entsorgen
Translation
to dispose of, to get rid of
Examples
Wir müssen den alten Müll entsorgen.
We have to dispose of the old rubbish.
Sondermüll muss man fachgerecht entsorgen.
Hazardous waste must be disposed of properly.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to dispose of sth. We have to dispose of the rubbish.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wegwerfen, beseitigen; Antonyms: sammeln, aufbewahren
Etymology
From 'ent-' (prefix of removal) + 'sorgen' (to care for). Literally 'to de-care' for something, meaning to get rid of it.
Memory Tips
Think of removing ('ent-') your worries ('Sorgen') by disposing of the problem (e.g., trash).