Japanese word

かばん

Pronunciation

Romajikaban

Meaning

  • nounbag

Example

これは私のかばんです。ko re wa watashi no ka ba n de su

This is my bag.

Illustration for かばん (bag)

More examples

かばんに本を入れます。ka ba n ni hon o i re ma su

I put a book in my bag.

本をかばんに入れます。hon o ka ba n ni i re ma su

I put a book in my bag.

Core concept

Centers on holding belongings in one place so they can be taken from place to place.

Common phrases

  • かばんに入れるka ba n ni i re ru

    put in a bag

  • かばんを持つka ba n o mo tsu

    carry a bag

  • 大きなかばんō ki na ka ba n

    a large bag

Similar words

バッグbaggu: A commonly used loanword for a bag carried in daily life.

Definition in Japanese

身の回りの物を入れて携帯するための袋やケース。mi no mawa ri no mono o i re te kei tai su ru ta me no fukuro ya kē su

Word origin

The origin of かばん (kaban) is uncertain, but the word is commonly connected with Portuguese cabaz and Dutch kabas, both meaning a container for carrying things.

Usage tips

  • In everyday Japanese, かばん (kaban) can refer to a work briefcase as well as a casual bag, making it useful in many daily conversations.

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