🇨🇳 How to say

“bag” in Chinese

包bāo
Illustration of "bag" in a Chinese cultural setting
A person is packing their lunch, notebook, and a water bottle into a sturdy canvas bag before heading out for the day. The bag has a long strap and sits on a wooden table.

Usage note

包 means any kind of bag, from a small purse to a large backpack. It's a very common and useful word for everyday life.

Examples

  • 我有一个红色的包。

    I have a red bag.

  • 他的包在椅子上。

    His bag is on the chair.

  • 请把书放进我的包里。

    Please put the book into my bag.

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What does "包" mean?

  • A. bag
  • B. key
  • C. cup
  • D. pork

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