Tasche

Tasche is a German noun that denotes a bag, pouch, or pocket. It can refer to a standalone bag carried by hand or on the body, as well as to a pocket in clothing. In everyday German, many compound nouns use Tasche to specify the type and location of storage.

The term has deep roots in Germanic languages and has long described portable containers. In clothing, pockets are commonly described as Taschen, such as Hosentasche (pants pocket) or Brusttasche (breast pocket).

Typical forms include Handtasche (handbag), Schultertasche (shoulder bag), Reisetasche (travel bag), Laptoptasche (laptop bag), Kosmetiktasche (cosmetic bag), and Gürteltasche (belt bag). For pockets, common terms are Hosentasche and Brusttasche.

Bags are typically made from leather, textiles, or synthetics, with closures such as Reißverschluss, Klettverschluss, Schnallen, or Magnetverschlüssen. Many designs include compartments, padding for electronics, and adjustable straps.

Bags have ancient origins, while pockets developed in tailored garments in the early modern period. In German-speaking regions, Tasche thus covers both small garment pockets and larger carry bags, reflecting a broad range of forms. Today Taschen serve practical purposes as everyday accessories and as fashion items.