(かみぶくろ)

かみぶくろ
noun
paper bag
1. paper bag; paper sack
A bag made of paper, often used for shopping or packaging gifts.
紙袋(かみぶくろ)()れてください。
Please put it in a paper bag.
プレゼントを紙袋(かみぶくろ)()れてもらった。
I had the present put in a paper bag.
ブランド(てん)紙袋(かみぶくろ)はしっかりしていてデザインも素敵(すてき)だ。
Brand store paper bags are sturdy and have nice designs.

紙袋(かみぶくろ) is commonly used for gifts and higher-end purchases.

COMMON PATTERNS:

  • 紙袋(かみぶくろ)()れる (to put in a paper bag)
  • 紙袋(かみぶくろ)をお()けしますか (Shall I include a paper bag?)

USAGE NOTES:

  • Often provided free at department stores and brand shops
  • Used for gifts as it looks more presentable
  • Some people collect branded paper bags

RELATED TERMS:

  • ビニール(ぶくろ): plastic bag
  • 手提(てさ)(ぶくろ): shopping bag with handles