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waste in Danish

waste in Danish is affald, ødemark, spild — waste means material that is no longer wanted or useful; rubbish.

waste in Danish

affald
noun
Excess of material, useless by-products, or damaged, unsaleable products; garbage; rubbish.
ødemark
noun
A wasteland; an uninhabited desolate region; a wilderness or desert.
spild
noun
The action or progress of wasting; extravagant consumption or ineffectual use.

What does "waste" mean?

  1. noun Material that is no longer wanted or useful; rubbish.
    "The factory has to dispose of its waste safely."
  2. noun The act of using something carelessly or without getting proper value from it.
    "Leaving the lights on all day is such a waste of electricity."
  3. verb To use something carelessly or fail to make good use of it.
    "Don't waste your money on things you don't need."
  4. adjective Not used, cultivated, or wanted; discarded or barren.
    "The waste ground behind the factory was fenced off."
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waste in a sentence

  • The factory has to dispose of its waste safely.
  • Recycling helps reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill.
  • Leaving the lights on all day is such a waste of electricity.
  • Don't waste your money on things you don't need.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "waste" in Danish?

"waste" in Danish is affald, ødemark, spild. waste means: Material that is no longer wanted or useful; rubbish.

How do you use "waste" in a sentence?

Example: "The factory has to dispose of its waste safely." In Danish, "waste" is affald, ødemark, spild.

Are there other ways to say "waste" in Danish?

Yes — Danish has 3 translations listed for "waste": affald, ødemark, spild.

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