Translation of Spanish word "bolso" to English
bolso
/bolso/
Meaning
Nouna case for carrying personal belongings, especially a woman's purse or handbag
How to use
Bolso ('handbag / bag / purse') is masculine. Used for personal bags, hand luggage, or purses. (Note: in some regions, it can refer to a larger bag or sack).
🇬🇧 English
briefcase
Example
He bought a new bolso for his work.
He bought a new briefcase for his work.
The woman took her bolso and left the store.
The woman took her briefcase and left the store.
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Common phrases
- bolso de mano— handbag / hand luggage
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Frequency rank: #1091 in Spanish
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The Spanish word "bolso" means "briefcase" in English.
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