B2 verb 중립

briefcase

/ˈbriːf.keɪs/

A briefcase is a flat, rectangular container, typically made of leather or plastic, equipped with a handle and used for carrying documents, books, or electronic devices. It is a staple accessory for professionals, lawyers, and academics who need to transport paperwork in an organized and protected manner.

예시

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1

He quickly packed his notes and closed his briefcase before heading to the station.

He gathered his papers and shut his professional bag before leaving for the train.

2

The witness presented the documents directly from his locked briefcase to the court.

The person testifying took the files from his secured document case for the judge.

3

I found your old briefcase in the attic, but the handle is broken.

I discovered your previous work bag upstairs, though it is damaged.

어휘 가족

명사
briefcase
관련
brief, case
💡

암기 팁

Think of it as a 'case' for your 'briefs.' In legal English, a 'brief' is a short summary of a case, so lawyers use a 'brief-case' to carry them.

빠른 퀴즈

The CEO snapped his _____ shut and stood up to end the meeting.

정답!

정답은: briefcase

예시

1

He quickly packed his notes and closed his briefcase before heading to the station.

everyday

He gathered his papers and shut his professional bag before leaving for the train.

2

The witness presented the documents directly from his locked briefcase to the court.

formal

The person testifying took the files from his secured document case for the judge.

3

I found your old briefcase in the attic, but the handle is broken.

informal

I discovered your previous work bag upstairs, though it is damaged.

4

The lecturer pulled a stack of research papers from her worn leather briefcase.

academic

The university teacher took out many studies from her aged leather document holder.

5

All executives are required to keep their company laptops in a secure briefcase during travel.

business

Management must store their computers in a safe professional case while on trips.

어휘 가족

명사
briefcase
관련
brief, case

자주 쓰는 조합

leather briefcase a professional bag made of animal hide
carry a briefcase to hold and transport a document bag
lock a briefcase to secure the document bag with a key or code
open your briefcase to unzip or unlatch the document bag
stuffed briefcase a document bag that is completely full

자주 쓰는 구문

handcuffed briefcase

a high-security case attached to the wrist

clasp a briefcase

to grip the handle of the document bag firmly

briefcase full of cash

a common trope in movies representing illegal deals

자주 혼동되는 단어

briefcase vs suitcase

A briefcase is for professional documents and work; a suitcase is large and used for clothes when traveling.

briefcase vs satchel

A satchel often has a long shoulder strap and a softer shape, whereas a briefcase is rigid and usually hand-carried.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'briefcase' specifically for professional or academic document-carrying bags. While many people now use laptop backpacks, 'briefcase' still carries a connotation of traditional formality and corporate life.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often call any large bag used for travel a 'briefcase', but this word is only for the specific rectangular, professional document bag.

💡

암기 팁

Think of it as a 'case' for your 'briefs.' In legal English, a 'brief' is a short summary of a case, so lawyers use a 'brief-case' to carry them.

📖

어원

A compound of 'brief' (legal summary) and 'case' (receptacle), originating in the mid-19th century.

문법 패턴

Countable noun Commonly used as a compound noun Plural: briefcases
🌍

문화적 맥락

The briefcase was once the ultimate symbol of the 'organization man' or white-collar worker in the 20th century, representing authority and a serious career.

빠른 퀴즈

The CEO snapped his _____ shut and stood up to end the meeting.

정답!

정답은: briefcase

관련 단어

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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