die Handtasche
Translation
purse, handbag
Examples
Mein Schlüssel ist in der Handtasche.
My key is in the purse.
Sie hat eine neue Handtasche gekauft.
She bought a new handbag.
Grammar Patterns
to have sth. in the purse I always have my wallet in my purse.
Similar Words
Beutel (pouch), Damentasche (lady's bag)
Etymology
From Hand (hand) + Tasche (bag, pocket). Literally a 'hand bag'.
Memory Tips
It's a Tasche (bag) that you carry in your Hand. Very straightforward!