die Altpapiertonne
Translation
paper recycling bin, waste paper bin
Examples
Die Altpapiertonne wird wöchentlich geleert.
The paper recycling bin is emptied weekly.
Wirf die Zeitung bitte in die Altpapiertonne.
Please throw the newspaper in the paper recycling bin.
Grammar Patterns
to throw ((sth.)) in the paper recycling bin Please throw the newspaper in the paper recycling bin.
Similar Words
Synonyms: paper recycling bin, blue bin; Related: Papierkorb (wastebasket)
Etymology
A compound of 'Alt' (old) + 'Papier' (paper) + 'Tonne' (bin, barrel). A bin for old paper.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Alt' (old) + 'Papier' (paper) + 'Tonne' (bin). It literally means 'old paper bin'.