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pouch, small bag
A small bag or case for carrying small items.
ポーチ comes from English "pouch." It refers to a small bag or case, typically with a zipper, used to organize and carry small items.
Types
- 化粧ポーチ: cosmetics pouch (most common usage)
- ペンポーチ: pen case
- トラベルポーチ: travel organizer pouch
- ガジェットポーチ: gadget/electronics pouch
Common collocations
Multiple meanings
In Japanese, ポーチ has two distinct meanings from different English words:
1. Pouch — a small bag (more common)
2. Porch — a covered entrance area of a building
The intended meaning is usually clear from context.