Can someone tell me what's the British for the words "common trash barrels", "sorted trash", "regular kitchen" trash or food/garden waste?
Thank you
I'm quite environmentally friendly. I have three containers at home into which to sort my trash. One is for paper; one is for plastic; and one is for regular kitchen trash. Since I live in a block of apartments, I put my sorted rubbish into the common trash barrels which are located in the courtyard. I always turn the heat down when I’m not at home, and I use hot water only when necessary. If I have a picnic in the country, I always clean everything up and take the trash home. I use solar energy to heat water and produce energy at home. The recycling pick-up trucks take away my sorted trash
Bin, used as both a noun and a verb, is one term the British use for garbage can.
In British English, the terms for the words you mentioned are:
1. Common trash barrels: In British English, these are generally referred to as "general waste bins" or simply "waste bins."
2. Sorted trash: The term commonly used for this is "recyclables" or "recycling waste." This includes items such as paper, plastic, glass, and metal that can be recycled.
3. Regular kitchen trash: In British English, this is commonly known as "general waste" or "non-recyclable waste."
4. Food/garden waste: The term used for this type of waste is "organic waste" or "green waste." It includes items such as food scraps, garden trimmings, and compostable materials.
To find these terms, you can refer to official waste management websites or guides in the specific region of the UK you are interested in. These sources will provide you with the local terminology and guidelines for waste disposal and recycling. Additionally, local councils or waste management companies often have resources available online or in print that outline the specific waste management practices in your area.