word
/ˈpɑkət/
PAH-kit
/pˈɒkɪt/
PO-kit
Definition
A pocket is a small sewn-in part of clothing or a bag used to hold things like keys, money, or your phone. It can also mean a small amount or area of something in some contexts.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly, 'pocket' is a noun in everyday speech: 'in my pocket', 'jacket pocket', 'back pocket'. As a verb, it can mean 'put into a pocket' or informally 'keep for yourself', especially money: 'pocket the cash'. Common expressions include 'out of pocket' and 'pocket money'.
Spanish: bolsilloPortuguese (BR): bolso (de roupa) - bolso (de calça/camisa)Portuguese (PT): bolsoChinese (Simplified): 口袋Chinese (Traditional): 口袋Hindi: जेबArabic: جيبBengali: পকেটRussian: карманJapanese: ポケットVietnamese: túiKorean: 주머니Turkish: cepUrdu: جیبIndonesian: saku
Example Sentences
My keys are in my pocket.
basic
This shirt has a small pocket.
basic
She put the coin in her pocket.
basic
Check your other pocket—it might be there.
natural
He pocketed the ticket and walked inside.
natural
I had to pay for dinner out of pocket.
natural