スーツケース

• Reading: スーツケース
• Romaji: suutsukeesu
• Pronunciation: /sɯː.tsɯ.keː.sɯ/

Meaning

Suitcase. A large, sturdy bag with wheels used for carrying clothes and belongings when travelling.

A loanword from English 'suitcase.' In Japanese, it specifically refers to the hard-shell or wheeled type of luggage used for travel. For softer bags, the word カバン (kaban, bag) or バッグ (baggu, bag) is more common. A very practical word for anyone travelling in or to Japan.

Examples

1. スーツケースに荷物を詰めました。 I packed my things into the suitcase.
2. 空港でスーツケースが出てこなくて困った。 My suitcase didn't come out at the airport and I was stuck.
3. 新しいスーツケースを買おうと思います。 I'm thinking about buying a new suitcase.

Usage Guide

Context: travel, airports, hotels, shopping

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Borrowed from English 'suitcase.' The word entered Japanese as travel became more accessible in the post-war era.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal