wallet
word
/ˈwɔɫət/
WAW-lit
/wˈɒlɪt/
WO-lit
Definition
A wallet is a small flat case used to carry money, bank cards, and personal documents. People usually keep it in a pocket or bag.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the small item for cash and cards, not a larger bag. Common phrases: 'leather wallet', 'lose your wallet', 'take out your wallet'. For many women, 'wallet' and 'purse' can differ by variety of English; 'purse' may also mean a handbag.
Spanish: billetera - cartera (de hombre)Portuguese (BR): carteiraPortuguese (PT): carteiraChinese (Simplified): 钱包Chinese (Traditional): 錢包Hindi: बटुआ - वॉलेटArabic: محفظة نقودBengali: ওয়ালেট - মানিব্যাগRussian: кошелёкJapanese: 財布Vietnamese: víKorean: 지갑Turkish: cüzdanUrdu: بٹوہIndonesian: dompet
Example Sentences
My wallet is in my bag.
basic
He bought a new wallet yesterday.
basic
I keep my ID card in my wallet.
basic
Can you hold my wallet for a second while I tie my shoe?
natural
He pulled out his wallet and paid for coffee.
natural
I think I left my wallet at the restaurant.
natural