Chinese · Daily Life
钱包
qiánbāo
Wallet
Beginnernoun
Definition
A small case for carrying money and cards.
Example
我的钱包丢了。
I lost my wallet.
Etymology
钱包 (qiánbāo) is composed of 钱 (qián), meaning 'money', and 包 (bāo), meaning 'bag'. This reflects the functional purpose of the wallet as a holder of money, a need recognized in various cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both spoken and written forms, 钱包 is common in casual conversation. It's universally understood across various regions in China.