Meaning and Usage
The word 袋 (ふくろ) primarily means "bag" or "sack." It refers to a flexible container made of paper, plastic, cloth, or other materials used to hold or carry items. It is a common everyday noun used in shopping, storage, and waste disposal contexts.
Common Collocations
- 袋に入れる (ふくろにいれる): to put something into a bag
- ゴミ袋 (ごみぶくろ): garbage bag
- 袋を持つ (ふくろをもつ): to carry a bag
These collocations are frequently used in daily conversation, especially when talking about shopping or cleaning.
Register and Politeness
袋 is a neutral noun and can be used in both casual and polite contexts. When requesting or instructing, it is common to use polite forms like ～てください after verbs involving 袋.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 袋 with カバン or バッグ, which also mean "bag" but usually refer to handbags, backpacks, or briefcases rather than simple sacks or plastic bags. 袋 is more general and often implies a soft, flexible container rather than a structured bag.