die Deponie
Translation
landfill, dump
Examples
Der Müll wird auf die Deponie gebracht.
The trash is taken to the landfill.
Die alte Deponie ist jetzt ein Park.
The old landfill is now a park.
Grammar Patterns
to take ((sth.)) to the landfill ((et4)) auf die Deponie bringen The trash is taken to the landfill.
Similar Words
Müllhalde (dump), Müllkippe (garbage tip)
Etymology
From French 'déposer' (to deposit), referring to a place where waste is deposited.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'depot' for waste. The word 'deposit' is clearly visible inside it.