No. 2,538 in Spanish
bolsillo
Pocket.
In a sentence
Guardo mi billetera en el bolsillo derecho de mi pantalón.
I keep my wallet in the right pocket of my pants.
Here, 'bolsillo' refers to a pocket in an article of clothing, highlighting its practical usage.
Este libro es de tamaño bolsillo, muy fácil de llevar.
This book is pocket-sized, very easy to carry.
In this sentence, 'bolsillo' is used as an adjective form to describe an object that is small enough to fit in a pocket.
El costo de reparar el auto afectará hardemente mi bolsillo.
The cost of repairing the car will severely impact my pocketbook.
Here, 'bolsillo' metaphorically represents one's financial situation or money, showcasing a figurative usage.
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