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    Bagage (en. Luggage)

    [baɡaʒ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of personal items one takes along when traveling.
    We loaded all our luggage into the trunk of the car.
    Nous avons chargé tous nos bagages dans le coffre de la voiture.
    The maximum weight allowed for items carried in the hold or cabin during transport.
    The airline limits baggage to 23 kg.
    La compagnie aérienne limite le bagage à 23 kg.
    A collection of knowledge or experiences one has acquired.
    His cultural background is impressive.
    Son bagage culturel est impressionnant.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'baggagium', derived from 'baggus' meaning 'sack'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to pack one's bags
    Preparing one's belongings for departure.
    faire ses bagages
    cabin baggage
    Travel items that can be taken on board.
    bagages à main
    your emotional baggage
    Past experiences that influence current behavior.
    ton bagage émotionnel

    Related Words

    suitcase
    Large soft or rigid container for carrying clothes and personal effects.
    valise
    bag
    Soft object used for carrying things.
    sac
    transport
    The action of moving something from one place to another.
    transport

    Slang Meanings

    Excess baggage
    He has emotional excess baggage that he needs to address.
    Il a des bagages en trop émotionnellement qu'il doit régler.
    Weight of memories
    She carries a burden of difficult memories.
    Elle porte un bagage de souvenirs difficiles.