How to Say “Borsa” in Italian

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borsa
/ˈbor.sa/
borsa is the Italian word for borsa (phrase).
In financial contexts, borsa refers to the stock exchange. Additionally, the phrase borsa di studio is the standard way to say 'scholarship' in Italian.

Which one should you use?

While borsa can mean a bag or purse, it is often used specifically for larger bags or professional bags, whereas borsetta is more common for a small lady's handbag. The term borsello is often associated with small bags worn across the chest or over the shoulder.

How does it change in a sentence?

The plural form of borsa is borse.

How do you pronounce it?

The word is pronounced /ˈbor.sa/. The stress is on the 1 of 2 syllables.

Did you know?

  • In Italian, the term borsa is used for the 'stock exchange' because early traders used small bags to carry their coins and securities.
  • The English word 'purse' is a distant cousin of borsa, as both descended from the same Late Latin root bursa.
  • Italian uses borsa to describe a 'bursa' in medical terms, such as the fluid-filled sacs in joints that cushion bones.

Examples in context

  • Ho comprato una bellissima borsetta in pelle italiana.
    I bought a beautiful Italian leather handbag.
  • La mia nonna ha sempre la sua borsetta con sé.
    My grandmother always has her purse with her.
  • Porto sempre la mia borsetta con me quando esco.
    I always bring my purse with me when I go out.
  • Gli investitori sono preoccupati per l'andamento della borsa.
    Investors are worried about the stock market's performance.
  • Mio figlio ha lasciato la sua borsa a casa.
    My son left his school bag at home.
  • La tua borsa è molto elegante.
    Your handbag is very elegant.
  • Ho dimenticato la borsa in macchina.
    I forgot the bag in the car.
  • Questa borsa è troppo pesante per me.
    This bag is too heavy for me.

Example conversation

Matteo and Martina are leaving for the store.

  1. Matteo

    Hai preso la tua borsa, Martina?
    Did you take your bag, Martina?
  2. Martina

    Sì, è già in spalla.
    Yes, it is already on my shoulder.
  3. Matteo

    Ottimo, allora possiamo andare.
    Great, then we can go.
  4. Martina

    Aspetta, cerco le chiavi nella borsa.
    Wait, I'm looking for the keys in the bag.

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