French translation of wastebasket is 
corbeille à papier

Meaning of "wastebasket" in English

A "wastebasket" refers to a small container typically found in offices, bathrooms, and other indoor settings, designed for holding discarded items such as paper, tissues, and small waste. It is usually placed on the floor and is made of plastic, metal, or wicker. Its primary function is to help maintain cleanliness and organization by providing a designated space for disposing of unwanted materials. The term "wastebasket" is commonly used in North America and emphasizes the basket-like nature of the object, as opposed to larger waste bins or trash cans.

Meaning of "corbeille à papier" in French

In French, "corbeille à papier" translates to "wastebasket" and refers to a small indoor receptacle used for collecting paper waste and other small trash items. Commonly found in offices and households, a corbeille à papier is made from materials like plastic, metal, or sometimes wicker, and serves to keep spaces tidy by providing a spot to dispose of unwanted paper and related items. This term specifically conveys the image of a basket-like container intended for paper, emphasizing its utility in maintaining cleanliness and organization within a space.

Pronunciation of "wastebasket" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈweɪstˌbæskɪt/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains fairly consistent across different English-speaking regions. However, in some areas, the "t" in "waste" may be softened or slightly dropped, making it sound like "ways-basket."

Pronunciation of "corbeille à papier" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /kɔʁ.bɛj a pa.pje/

Pronunciation Variations: There might be slight variations in pronunciation across different French-speaking regions, particularly in the articulation of the "r" sound in "corbeille," which can be rolled or guttural depending on the accent.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I threw the crumpled note into the wastebasket.
   (J'ai jeté la note froissée dans la corbeille à papier.)

2. The wastebasket under my desk is full and needs to be emptied.
   (La corbeille à papier sous mon bureau est pleine et doit être vidée.)

3. Please don't forget to recycle papers instead of tossing them in the wastebasket.
   (N'oubliez pas de recycler les papiers plutôt que de les jeter dans la corbeille à papier.)

4. She placed the wastebasket next to the printer for easy disposal of misprints.
   (Elle a placé la corbeille à papier à côté de l'imprimante pour faciliter l'élimination des erreurs d'impression.)

5. The janitor emptied all the wastebaskets before leaving for the day.
   (Le concierge a vidé toutes les corbeilles à papier avant de partir pour la journée.)

6. I found an old document in the wastebasket that should have been kept.
   (J'ai trouvé un vieux document dans la corbeille à papier qui aurait dû être conservé.)

7. There was a small wastebasket in the corner of the office.
   (Il y avait une petite corbeille à papier dans le coin du bureau.)

8. The wastebasket’s lid was broken, and it wouldn't close properly.
   (Le couvercle de la corbeille à papier était cassé et ne se fermait pas correctement.)

9. She always decorates her wastebasket with colorful stickers.
   (Elle décore toujours sa corbeille à papier avec des autocollants colorés.)

10. It's important to have a wastebasket in every room for convenience.
    (Il est important d'avoir une corbeille à papier dans chaque pièce pour plus de commodité.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "wastebasket" in English

Synonyms: trash can, garbage can, bin, litter bin, rubbish bin

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: waste bin, paper bin, refuse container, trash basket, disposal bin

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "corbeille à papier" in French

Synonyms: poubelle, panier à papier

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: réceptacle à déchet, bac à papier, contenant à papier, poubelle de bureau, panier aux déchets

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