sọt giấy

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The Vietnamese word "sọt giấy" refers to a "waste-paper basket" or a "paper bin." It is a container used to collect waste paper or other types of trash, usually found in offices, homes, or classrooms.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "sọt giấy" when you want to talk about where to throw away paper that you no longer need.
• It's often placed near desks or workstations for easy access.

Example:

• "Bạn hãy bỏ giấy vào sọt giấy." (Translation: "Please put the paper in the waste-paper basket.")

Advanced Usage:

In more formal contexts, you might use "sọt rác" (trash bin) to refer to a general waste container that can hold various types of rubbish, not just paper.

Word Variants:

• "Sọt" means "basket" or "bin."
• "Giấy" means "paper."
• Together, "sọt giấy" specifically denotes a basket for paper waste.

Different Meanings:

While "sọt giấy" specifically refers to a basket for paper, "sọt" on its own can refer to any type of basket or bin, used for various purposes.

Synonyms:

• "Thùng rác" (trash can) - a more general term for a waste container that can hold all types of trash, not just paper.
• "Thùng giấy" - specifically means a cardboard box, but can also be used for storage.

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1. Waste-paper basket