Used when discussing waste disposal or cleaning up in an environment.
Literal Meaning
A container used for holding or disposing of waste
Actual Meaning
Trash can
Examples in Context
Por favor, tira la basura en el tacho de basura antes de salir.
El tacho de basura está lleno, necesitamos vaciarlo.
Se me olvidó sacar el tacho de basura esta mañana.
Helpful Tips
1It is important to note how the use of 'trash can' can vary from one country to another in South America. Listening attentively during conversations can help better understand the cultural context.
2If someone tells you that something is 'in the trash can', they might be referring to something that is no longer useful or has been discarded in a broader context, such as an idea or a project.
3In some countries in South America, 'trash can' is a common way to refer to a container for waste. Hearing this expression may indicate that there is trash that needs to be collected.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
garbage can
waste bin
rubbish bin
dustbin
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