A1 noun Neutral #1,155 most common

bag

/bæɡ/

A flexible container made of paper, plastic, leather, or cloth, used for carrying items. It typically has one or two handles and is commonly used when shopping or traveling to hold goods.

Examples

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1

I need a large bag for my groceries.

I need a large bag for my groceries.

2

Please ensure your personal belongings are kept in a sealed bag.

Please ensure your personal belongings are kept in a sealed bag.

3

Can you grab that bag for me?

Can you grab that bag for me?

Word Family

Noun
bag
Verb
bag
Adverb
baggily
Adjective
baggy
Related
baggage
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Memory Tip

Think of a Big Awesome Grocery container to remember the letters B-A-G.

Quick Quiz

I bought so many things at the supermarket that I needed another ___.

Correct!

The correct answer is: bag

Examples

1

I need a large bag for my groceries.

everyday

I need a large bag for my groceries.

2

Please ensure your personal belongings are kept in a sealed bag.

formal

Please ensure your personal belongings are kept in a sealed bag.

3

Can you grab that bag for me?

informal

Can you grab that bag for me?

4

The researcher placed the soil samples into a sterile bag for analysis.

academic

The researcher placed the soil samples into a sterile bag for analysis.

5

We provide a branded bag with every purchase made at our retail store.

business

We provide a branded bag with every purchase made at our retail store.

Word Family

Noun
bag
Verb
bag
Adverb
baggily
Adjective
baggy
Related
baggage

Common Collocations

shopping bag shopping bag
plastic bag plastic bag
paper bag paper bag
carry a bag carry a bag
heavy bag heavy bag

Common Phrases

it's in the bag

it's in the bag

mixed bag

mixed bag

let the cat out of the bag

let the cat out of the bag

Often Confused With

bag vs back

Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 'bag' /bæɡ/ with 'back' /bæk/.

bag vs luggage

Bag is a countable container; luggage is an uncountable noun referring to all your bags together.

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Usage Notes

The word 'bag' is very general. Use specific terms like 'handbag' for fashion or 'backpack' for school to be more precise.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often forget that 'bag' is countable and try to use it like 'luggage' (e.g., saying 'much bag' instead of 'many bags').

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Memory Tip

Think of a Big Awesome Grocery container to remember the letters B-A-G.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Middle English word 'bagge', likely originating from Old Norse 'baggi'.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun (one bag, two bags) Can be used as a verb (to bag items) Commonly preceded by material adjectives (plastic bag, paper bag)
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Cultural Context

In many modern cities, shoppers are encouraged or legally required to bring their own reusable bags to reduce environmental waste.

Quick Quiz

I bought so many things at the supermarket that I needed another ___.

Correct!

The correct answer is: bag

More Shopping words

mall

A1

A mall is a large building or a group of buildings that contains many different shops and stores connected by walkways. It is a central place where people go to shop, eat at food courts, and sometimes see movies.

supermarket

A1

A large self-service store that sells a wide variety of food, drinks, and household products. It is organized into aisles where customers use baskets or carts to collect their items before paying at a checkout counter.

bakery

A1

A bakery is a place where bread, cakes, pastries, and other flour-based foods are baked and sold. It is a specialized shop that often serves as a local source for fresh breakfast items and desserts.

cashier

A1

A person whose job is to receive and pay out money in a shop, bank, or restaurant. They usually work at a checkout or a counter to handle customer transactions and provide receipts.

merchandise

A1

Merchandise refers to goods or products that are bought and sold in a business or store. It is a collective term used to describe all the items available for customers to purchase.

tag

A1

A small piece of paper, plastic, or metal attached to an object to provide information about it. In shopping, it usually shows the price, size, or brand of the product.

package

A1

A package is an object or group of items wrapped together in paper or packed in a box. It is commonly used for items sent through the mail or products bought in a store.

container

A1

A container is an object used for holding or carrying things, such as a box, bottle, or jar. In a shopping context, it often refers to the packaging that holds food or products.

wrapper

A1

A piece of paper, plastic, or thin metal foil that is used to cover or protect something, especially food. It is usually removed and thrown away before the item is used or eaten.

clothes

A1

Clothes are the items such as shirts, trousers, and dresses that people wear to cover their bodies. This word is always plural and refers to the garments used for protection, comfort, or fashion.

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