Bulsa (en. Pocket)
bool-sah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A small part of clothing used to hold small items.
He put the key in his pocket.
Nilagay niya ang susi sa kanyang bulsa.
Often made of fabric, sewn inside clothing.
His pants have a pocket in the back.
May bulsa ang kanyang pantalon sa likod.
A holder for money or valuable items.
His pocket is too full of coins.
Masyado nang puno ang kanyang bulsa ng barya.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pay pocket
a pocket specifically for holding money to be paid
bulsa ng bayad
Related Words
pocketing
The act of putting something into a pocket.
bulsad
Slang Meanings
Money or wealth
My pocket is empty, so I can't eat out.
Walang laman ang bulsa ko, kaya di ako makakain sa labas.
Because of lacking money
The conversation always turns to money when they’re not comfortable.
Laging bulsa ang usapan kapag hindi sila kumportable.
Loss of money
I wanted to buy a gadget, but I only thought about my wallet.
Gusto ko na sanang bumili ng gadget, pero bulsa lang ang naisip ko.