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small accessory case; trinket box; catch-all container
A container, pouch, or box designed to hold small personal items such as keys, coins, stationery, or accessories.
鍵は小物入れに入れてある。
The keys are in the trinket box.
革の小物入れを誕生日にもらった。
I received a leather accessory case for my birthday.
玄関に小物入れを置いておくと、鍵や定期券をなくさなくて済む。
If you keep a catch-all by the entrance, you won't lose your keys or commuter pass.
Composed of 小物 (small items; accessories) + 入れ (container; holder). Refers to any container designed for organizing small personal belongings. Can range from a simple tray on a desk to a zippered pouch in a bag.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 革の小物入れ: leather accessory case
- 小物入れポーチ: small accessory pouch
- 小物入れに入れる: to put in the catch-all
SIMILAR WORDS:
- ポーチ: pouch — a loanword often used for cosmetic or travel pouches
- 小物入れ箱: small items box — specifically a box rather than a pouch or tray
- 筆箱: pencil case — specifically for writing implements