Bolso (en. Bag)

/ˈbol.so/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Repository used to carry personal items or belongings.

I take my bag to work every day.

Llevo mi bolso al trabajo todos los días.

Fashion accessory that can vary in size and design.

The leather bag I bought is very elegant.

El bolso de cuero que compré es muy elegante.

Large and open pocket in a garment or accessory.

The coat's bag is perfect for keeping the keys.

El bolso del abrigo es perfecto para guardar las llaves.

Comes from the Latin 'bursa', which means 'sack or purse'.

to carry a bag

To make use of a bag to transport items.

llevar un bolso

to have a bag

To have a bag, usually as a fashion accessory.

tener un bolso

to load a bag

To carry a bag that contains items.

cargar un bolso

wallet

Similar item used to carry money and documents.

cartera

backpack

Bag designed to be worn on the back.

mochila

briefcase

Rigid bag used especially to transport documents.

maletín

designer bag

That designer bag costs a fortune.

Ese bolso de diseñador cuesta una fortuna.

handbag

I always carry my handbag when I go out.

Siempre llevo mi bolso de mano cuando salgo.