Pocket in Tagalog

“Pocket” in Tagalog is “bulsa” – the common term for the small pouch sewn into clothing for carrying personal items. Understanding this word and its variations will help you navigate everyday Filipino conversations about clothing and personal belongings.

[Words] = Pocket

[Definition]:

• Pocket /ˈpɑːkɪt/
• Noun 1: A small bag or pouch sewn into or onto clothing for carrying small items.
• Noun 2: A small, isolated area or group.
• Verb 1: To put something into one’s pocket.
• Verb 2: To take or keep something for oneself, especially dishonestly.

[Synonyms] = Bulsa, Sako, Supot, Pitaka (for money pocket/wallet)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: He put his keys in his pocket before leaving the house.
• Ex1_PH: Inilagay niya ang kanyang susi sa kanyang bulsa bago umalis ng bahay.
• Ex2_EN: This jacket has four pockets for storage.
• Ex2_PH: Ang jacket na ito ay may apat na bulsa para sa imbakan.
• Ex3_EN: She found some loose change in her pocket.
• Ex3_PH: Nakahanap siya ng ilang barya sa kanyang bulsa.
• Ex4_EN: The thief tried to pocket the wallet without being noticed.
• Ex4_PH: Sinubukan ng magnanakaw na ibulsa ang pitaka nang hindi napapansin.
• Ex5_EN: There are small pockets of resistance throughout the country.
• Ex5_PH: Mayroong maliliit na bulsa ng paglaban sa buong bansa.