suitcases
word · lemma: suitcase
/ˈsutˌkeɪsɪz/
/sˈuːtkeɪsɪz/
Definition
Rectangular bags with handles used for carrying clothes and other personal items when traveling.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in the plural for multiple pieces of luggage. Not to be confused with 'luggage' or 'baggage,' which are uncountable and refer to all bags collectively. 'Suitcase' usually refers to hard or soft-sided travel bags, often with wheels.
Spanish: maletasPortuguese (BR): malasPortuguese (PT): malasChinese (Simplified): 行李箱Chinese (Traditional): 行李箱Hindi: सूटकेसArabic: حقائب سفرBengali: সুটকেস - ট্রলি ব্যাগRussian: чемоданыJapanese: スーツケースVietnamese: va liKorean: 여행가방Turkish: bavullarUrdu: سوٹ کیسIndonesian: koper
Example Sentences
I packed my clothes into two suitcases.
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The suitcases are heavy.
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They put their suitcases in the car.
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Oh no, my suitcases didn’t arrive at the airport!
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Don't forget to label your suitcases before you check them in.
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We managed to fit all our suitcases into the trunk somehow.
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