La valise
Example: J'ai mis mes vêtements dans la valise pour le voyage.
Definition
"La valise" refers to a suitcase, a portable rectangular container used for carrying clothes and personal belongings during travel, as in the example where clothes are packed for a trip.
Etymology
The word "la valise" comes from the French term for suitcase, which traces back to the Old French 'valise,' derived from the Italian 'valigia.' This word possibly originates from the Latin 'valis,' meaning a bag or bundle. Did you know that the word evolved as travel became more common, making packing easier?
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"La valise" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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