tote
word
Definition
As a noun, 'tote' is a large, often open bag with handles. As a verb, it means to carry or haul something, especially something heavy or awkward, in an informal way.
Usage & Nuances
Noun use is common as 'tote bag'. The verb 'tote' is especially used in American English and feels informal or old-fashioned. Typical with objects like 'books', 'groceries', or 'gear'. For the bag, always say 'tote bag', not just 'tote' alone.
Spanish: bolsa tote - llevar (informal)Portuguese (BR): sacola tote - carregar (informal)Portuguese (PT): saco tote - carregar (informal)Chinese (Simplified): 托特包 - 拎（口语）Chinese (Traditional): 托特包 - 拎（口語）Hindi: टोट बैग - ढोना (अनौपचारिक)Arabic: حقيبة توت - يحمل (غير رسمي)Bengali: টোট ব্যাগ (tote bag) - বহন করাRussian: сумка-тоут - таскатьJapanese: トートバッグ - 運ぶVietnamese: túi tote - mangKorean: 토트백 - 나르다Turkish: tote çanta - taşımakUrdu: ٹوٹ بیگ - اٹھاناIndonesian: tas tote - membawa
Example Sentences
She carries her books in a tote every day.
basic
He used a tote to carry the groceries.
basic
Can you tote this box up the stairs for me?
basic
My old canvas tote goes with me everywhere.
natural
We had to tote all our camping gear from the car to the campsite.
natural
She showed off her new floral tote at the market.
natural