contenedor de papel
paper container
The Spanish term 'contenedor de papel' translates in English to 'paper container'. This can refer to a variety of objects in daily life. It could mean a small box or envelope made of paper, used to hold or carry things such as a gift or letter. On a larger scale, it might also refer to a paper recycling bin or dumpster specifically designated for disposing of paper waste. The exact meaning therefore, would depend on the context in which it's used.
Example sentences using: contenedor de papel
El contenedor de papel está lleno, necesitamos vaciarlo.
The paper container is full, we need to empty it.
This sentence is telling us that the paper container is completely filled up and it's necessary to empty it. 'Está lleno' refers to the fact that there's no more space left in the paper container, 'necesitamos' means we need, and 'vaciarlo' means to empty it.
Por favor, coloca los documentos en el contenedor de papel.
Please, put the documents in the paper container.
In this sentence, the speaker is asking someone politely ('por favor') to place 'the documents' ('los documentos') into the 'paper container' ('contenedor de papel'). This could be in a professional setting where paperwork is to be discarded or recycled.
El contenedor de papel se encuentra al lado del escritorio.
The paper container is next to the desk.
This sentence is indicating the location of the paper container - 'se encuentra al lado del escritorio' translates to 'is next to the desk'. This can be useful if you're trying to tell someone where they can find the paper container.