Die Abfallentsorgung
Example: Die Abfallentsorgung in der Stadt muss umweltfreundlicher werden.
Definition
"Die Abfallentsorgung" refers to the process of collecting, treating, and disposing of waste materials in a way that prevents harm to the environment and human health. It includes activities such as recycling, landfill management, and waste reduction to ensure sustainable waste management.
Etymology
The word "die Abfallentsorgung" is a compound noun in German, combining "Abfall" meaning waste or refuse and "Entsorgung" meaning disposal or removal. It literally translates to 'waste disposal.' The term reflects the practical need to manage refuse effectively, especially important with growing environmental awareness.
Learn to use this word actively
"Die Abfallentsorgung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select German as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
