Trasto is a noun.
/ˈtɾasto/
The word trasto generally refers to an object that is of little value, often something that is broken or not used anymore—like junk or clutter. It has a colloquial tone and is frequently used in informal conversations. In terms of frequency, it is used more in oral speech than in written contexts.
"Hay un trasto viejo en el garaje que tenemos que tirar."
"There is an old junk in the garage that we need to throw away."
"No sé por qué guardas todos esos trastos que nunca usas."
"I don't know why you keep all those trash items that you never use."
"El niño juega con un trasto que encontró en el patio."
"The child plays with a rattle he found in the yard."
The term trasto appears in some idiomatic expressions, predominantly conveying the idea of uselessness or annoyance.
"No seas trasto."
"Don't be a nuisance." (Literally, "Don't be junk.")
"Eres más pesado que un trasto."
"You're more annoying than junk." (It conveys the sense of 'being burdensome.')
"Olvidé mis trastos en tu casa."
"I forgot my stuff at your house." (Referring casually to one's belongings.)
The word trasto comes from the Latin word trapterinum, which means “clutter” or “disorder.” Over time, its meaning evolved to represent various unnecessary items.
Synonyms: - Basura (trash) - Porquería (junk) - Estorbo (nuisance)
Antonyms: - Tesoro (treasure) - Valioso (valuable) - Útil (useful)