bolsillos
bol-SEE-yos/bolˈsiʎos/“bolsillos” means “pockets”. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
pockets
📝 In Action
Siempre pierdo las monedas en los bolsillos de mi chaqueta.
A1I always lose coins in my jacket pockets.
Este vestido no tiene bolsillos, lo cual es un problema.
A2This dress doesn't have pockets, which is a problem.
funds
Also: wallet
📝 In Action
Ese coche de lujo está fuera del alcance de mis bolsillos.
B1That luxury car is out of reach of my funds (pockets).
La crisis afectó los bolsillos de la mayoría de las familias.
B2The crisis affected the finances of most families.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: bolsillos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'bolsillos' in its figurative meaning (referring to money)?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Spanish word 'bolsa' (bag or purse) combined with the diminutive suffix '-illo,' which means 'little.' So, 'bolsillo' literally means 'little bag,' reflecting how pockets were first sewn onto clothing.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (as 'bolsillo'), derived from Latin 'bursa' (leather bag).
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'bolsillos' used for the pockets of a pool table or billiard table?
Yes, 'bolsillos' is the correct word for the pockets on a pool or billiard table. You would say 'meter la bola en el bolsillo' (to put the ball in the pocket).
How do I say 'deep pockets' when referring to wealth?
You can use the phrase 'tener bolsillos profundos' or, more commonly, 'tener los bolsillos forrados' (to have lined pockets), which means being very rich.