How do you say "Wallet" in Japanese??

It's not easy to retain vocabulary and expressions when you're studying a language, and it's especially difficult to get words out on the spot when you're having conversations. I hope these weekly posts could be good practice for your Japanese studies!!

The question for today is: How do you say "Wallet" in Japanese?? 


The answer is...












財布 [Saifu]

財 [Zai] refers to treasure, money, or precious belongings

布 [Nuno/Fu] means cloth



Writer's note: In Japan, a wallet made of snakeskin is known to bring good luck to those who own them. What are some good luck charms in your country?