Spanish word

bolsa

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbolsa/

Meaning

  • feminine nounbag

Example

¿Dónde está mi bolsa?

Where's my bag?

Illustration for bolsa (bag)

More examples

Lleva siempre una bolsa de tela para no usar plástico.

Always carry a cloth bag to avoid using plastic.

Core concept

Light flexible pouch for carrying purchases and small items.

Common phrases

  • bolsa de tela

    cloth bag

  • bolsa de plástico

    plastic bag

  • bolsa de papel

    paper bag

Similar words

bolso: Small personal bag carried by hand or over the shoulder.
mochila: Sturdy bag worn on the back to carry books or larger loads.
bolsillo: Clothing pocket sewn into a garment for holding small items.
bolsita: Very small, lightweight bag for tiny purchases or small objects.

Definition in Spanish

Contenedor flexible para transportar compras y objetos; también empleado para referirse al mercado o intercambio de valores.

Word origin

From Latin bursa 'purse' (small bag), via Old Spanish the word denotes a container and by extension a place where money and securities are traded.

Usage tips

  • At many checkouts staff ask '¿Quieres bolsa?' and a brief 'sí' or 'no' is the natural reply; many stores may also charge for bags.

Other meanings

  • stock exchangenoun

Related words

  • bolsitasmall bagnoun
  • bolsónlarge bagnoun

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