Used when discussing waste disposal or cleaning in daily life.
Literal Meaning
Bote de basura
Actual Meaning
Trash can
Examples in Context
Ella revisó la papelera en busca de un papel que había perdido.
¿Dónde está el cubo de basura? Necesito botar esta bolsa.
Después de comer, siempre tiro los restos a la papelera.
Helpful Tips
1In Spain, 'papelera' and 'cubo de basura' are interchangeable, but 'papelera' can refer more to a small container used for papers.
2Typically, at home and in public places, there are several waste baskets for different types of waste, so check the labels to dispose of the correct trash.
3In informal contexts, using 'cubo de basura' can sound a bit more casual and friendly.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
rubbish bin
waste container
garbage receptacle
refuse bin
trash receptacle
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