小物(こもの)入(い)れ

こものいれ
noun
small accessory case; trinket box; catch-all container
daily-lifetool
1. 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(かぎ)は小物(こもの)入(い)れに入(い)れてある。
The keys are in the trinket box.
I received a leather accessory case for my birthday.
玄関(げんかん)に小物(こもの)入(い)れを置(お)いておくと、鍵(かぎ)や定期券(ていきけん)をなくさなくて済(す)む。
If you keep a catch-all by the entrance, you won't lose your keys or commuter pass.

Composed of 小物(こもの) (small items; accessories) + 入(い)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

Similar words

  • ポーチ: pouch — a loanword often used for cosmetic or travel pouches
  • 小物(こもの)入(い)れ箱(ばこ): small items box — specifically a box rather than a pouch or tray
  • 筆(ふで)箱(ばこ): pencil case — specifically for writing implements