work bag

[/wɜːrk bæg/]
nounpl: work bags
bolsa de trabalho / bolsa para o trabalho
1. A bag or tote used to carry work-related items such as documents, laptop, files, or personal necessities to and from the workplace
She packed her work bag with her laptop and important files before leaving for the office.
Ela empacotou sua bolsa de trabalho com seu laptop e arquivos importantes antes de sair para o escritório.
2. A durable bag designed specifically for professionals to transport work materials and personal items
He carries a leather work bag that fits perfectly in the car's trunk.
Ele carrega uma bolsa de trabalho de couro que cabe perfeitamente no porta-malas do carro.
Work bags are essential in both American and Brazilian professional culture. In Brazil, they're commonly seen among commuters in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, particularly among white-collar workers. In the US, especially in NYC, work bags range from luxury designer pieces to practical laptop bags, often reflecting professional status. The term encompasses everything from executive briefcases to modern tote bags used by creative professionals.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
work totebriefcasework satcheloffice bagbusiness bag
Antonyms / Antônimos
travel baggym bagschool bag

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bolsa de trabalho / bolsa para trabalho
Most common usage in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
bolsa de trabalho
Common in professional contexts
São Paulo
bolsa de trabalho / mala executiva
Often used in business districts
Portugal
bolsa de trabalho / mala de escritório
Portuguese uses similar terminology with slight variation

Related Words

briefcaselaptop bagtote bagmessenger bagportfolio

Related Idioms & Phrases

pack your work bag
leave your work bag at the office
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