財布(さいふ)

さいふ
noun
wallet, purse
daily-life
1. wallet, purse
A small flat case for carrying money, cards, and other small items.
財布(さいふ)を忘(わす)れました。
I forgot my wallet.
財布(さいふ)にお金(かね)がありません。
There's no money in my wallet.
I bought a new wallet.
I lost my wallet on the train.
I gave my father a black wallet for his birthday.

財布(さいふ) refers to a wallet or purse used to carry money, cards, and small items.

Writing

The kanji 財(ざい) means 'wealth/money' and 布(ぬの) means 'cloth.'

Common expressions

Types

Cultural note

Japan remains largely cash-based, making wallets essential daily items. Many people carry substantial cash.