Meaning
schoolbag; folder
- A schoolbag or satchel used by students.
- A file folder (physical or on a computer) used to hold documents.
In a sentence
Ho dimenticato la cartella a scuola.
I forgot my schoolbag at school.
Salva tutti i file in una nuova cartella.
Save all the files in a new folder.
Hai messo i libri nella cartella?
Did you put the books in the bag?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| cartella | feminine · singular |
| cartelle | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- For a modern backpack, Italians usually say 'zaino', while 'cartella' often implies a classic satchel or folder.