Trash & Recycling Rules
Use these phrases to talk about trash in your new building.
Key Phrases
Where should I put the bags of trash?
💡 Ask the building manager about this.
You must put plastic bottles in the blue bin.
💡 Do not mix plastic with paper.
Do not put food in the paper bin.
💡 Food waste goes in a different bin.
Which bin should I use for glass bottles?
💡 Some places use a yellow bin for glass.
The big green bin is for normal trash.
💡 This is for dirty or mixed trash.
On what day do they collect the recycling?
💡 The trucks usually come in the morning.
You should wash the dirty food cans first.
💡 Dirty cans can make the bin smell bad.
Do not leave big boxes by the door.
💡 Keep the floor clean and safe.
Can you help me with these heavy boxes?
💡 Ask for help with very big boxes.
We must follow the rules for our building.
💡 Every building has its own rules.