Spanish word

portafolios

Pronunciation

IPA/poɾtaˈfoljos/

Meaning

  • masculine nounbriefcase

Example

Por favor, deja los portafolios en la recepción.

Please leave the briefcases at the reception desk.

Illustration for portafolios (briefcase)

More examples

¿Has visto mis portafolios digitales?

Have you seen my digital briefcases?

Core concept

Case or bag for carrying papers and documents.

Common phrases

  • portafolios digitales

    digital briefcases

  • llevar portafolios

    carry briefcases

  • portafolios de trabajo

    work briefcases

Similar words

maletín: Rigid, rectangular case with a handle designed for carrying and protecting documents.
carpeta: Thin, flat folder for holding and protecting loose papers and sheets.
bolso: Soft shoulder or handheld bag for carrying personal items and everyday things.
cartera: Small wallet-like pouch for holding money, cards, and identification.

Definition in Spanish

Bolsas, carpetas o fundas diseñadas para transportar papeles y documentos; por extensión, colección de trabajos que muestra habilidades.

Word origin

From Latin portare 'to carry' and folium 'leaf, sheet', entering Spanish through Romance-language forms to name a carrier for papers and by extension a collection of works.

Usage tips

  • When referring to a collection of works Spanish commonly uses phrases like 'portafolio de artista', while 'maletín' or 'carpeta' denote different kinds of document cases.

Other meanings

  • portfolionoun

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