A2 · grammar
Recycling and the Environment
Sort waste the German way and talk about saving resources.
Waste sorting
| German | What goes in |
|---|---|
| der Biomüll | food scraps, garden waste |
| der Restmüll | everything that cannot be recycled |
| das Altpapier | paper, cardboard |
| der Gelbe Sack / die Gelbe Tonne | plastic packaging, cans |
| das Altglas | glass bottles, sorted by colour |
Bin colours differ between cities, so check your local rules.
Pfand
Many drink bottles and cans carry a Pfand (deposit). You get it back at the shop's return machine.
Phrases
- Wir trennen den Müll.
- Ich bringe die Flaschen zurück.
- Das ist umweltfreundlich.
- Man sollte Strom und Wasser sparen.
Test Your Knowledge
1. Where do empty paper boxes go?
2. Das Pfand is...
3. Müll trennen means...