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purse in Spanish

purse in Spanish is bolsa, monedero, cartera — purse means a small bag used for carrying money and personal items, especially by women.

purse in Spanish

bolsa
noun
(US) A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items)
monedero
noun
(US) A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items)
cartera
noun
(US) A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items)
bolso
noun
(US) A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items)
bulto
noun
(US) A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items)
cigarra
noun
(US) A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items)
bolsa
noun
A quantity of money given for a particular purpose.
fruncir
verb
(transitive) To press (one's lips) in and together so that they protrude.

What does "purse" mean?

  1. noun A small bag used for carrying money and personal items, especially by women.
    "She kept her keys and phone in her purse."
  2. noun A sum of money, especially prize money.
    "The winning boxer collected a six-figure purse."
  3. verb To press one's lips together tightly, often to show disapproval.
    "She pursed her lips at the rude comment."

purse in a sentence

  • She kept her keys and phone in her purse.
  • The winning boxer collected a six-figure purse.
  • She pursed her lips at the rude comment.

Similar words in Spanish

Common Spanish translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "purse" in Spanish?

"purse" in Spanish is bolsa, monedero, cartera. purse means: A small bag used for carrying money and personal items, especially by women.

How do you use "purse" in a sentence?

Example: "She kept her keys and phone in her purse." In Spanish, "purse" is bolsa, monedero, cartera.

Are there other ways to say "purse" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 7 translations listed for "purse": bolsa, monedero, cartera, bolso, bulto, cigarra.

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