Bolsón (en. Bag)

/bol'son/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A type of bag or large sack used to transport loads.
I took a large bag to the beach to hold the towels.
Llevé un bolsón a la playa para guardar las toallas.
In some countries, it refers to a fabric bag used for shopping.
The large bag I bought is eco-friendly and durable.
El bolsón que compré es ecológico y resistente.
It can refer to a large package or bundle.
The shipment arrived in a huge bag.
El envío llegó en un bolsón enorme.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'bolsón', which is a diminutive of 'bolsa'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

waste bag
Large container for garbage collection.
bolsón de residuos
to fill the bag
To accumulate things in a large bag.
llenar el bolsón

Related Words

bag
Flexible container used to carry things.
bolsa
sack
Clothing item or large bag.
saco
bundle
Any load or package that has volume.
bulto

Slang Meanings

travel bag
I used the travel bag to carry all my clothes.
Usé el bolsón de viaje para llevar toda mi ropa.
sports bag
The sports bag is ideal for taking to the pool.
El bolsón de deporte es ideal para llevar a la piscina.