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feminine
/kaɾˈteɾa/
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Translation
wallet, handbag
Word origin
From carta ('letter, paper'), from Latin charta ('sheet of papyrus'). Originally a case for carrying papers.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- charta
- English cognates
- chart, card
Grammar
Genderfeminine
Pluralcarteras
Examples
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I left my wallet on the table.
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She keeps the keys in her handbag.
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I lost my wallet with all my cards.
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The minister holds an important portfolio.
¿ algún ?
Have you seen my wallet anywhere?
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