Translation guide
Describes an object small enough to fit in a typical wallet, such as a photo, card, or tool. Japanese uses various expressions depending on the object and context.
Describing a small photograph or printed item that fits in a wallet.
Standard way to say 'wallet-sized photo'. Literally 'wallet-size photo'.
財布サイズの写真をください。
Please give me a wallet-sized photo.
More descriptive: 'photo of a size that fits in a wallet'. Slightly more conversational.
お財布に入るサイズの写真をプリントした。
I printed a photo that fits in a wallet.
Refers to the standard Japanese photo print size (89×127mm), which is close to wallet size. Often used in photo shops.
L判サイズで焼き増しできますか？
Can I get reprints in L size?
Describing a card, tool, or other object that is the size of a credit card or fits in a wallet.
Most common for items the size of a credit card or ID card. Implies standard wallet card dimensions.
このマルチツールはカードサイズで財布に入ります。
This multi-tool is card-sized and fits in a wallet.
General phrase meaning 'size that fits in a wallet'. Works for any object.
財布に入るサイズのミニライトを探しています。
I'm looking for a mini flashlight that fits in a wallet.
Specifically 'business card size' (91×55mm in Japan). Slightly smaller than a credit card. Used for items that match that exact size.
名刺サイズのカレンダーを作りました。
I made a business-card-sized calendar.
In Japanese, attaching サイズ to a noun (like 財布 or カード) creates an adjective meaning '~-sized'. This is very common and natural.
ポケットサイズの辞書
pocket-sized dictionary