carpeta
nounCEFR A1High frequency
What does “carpeta” mean in English?
folder
Example sentences
Tengo mis apuntes en la carpeta.
I have my notes in the folder.
La alfombra es roja.
The carpet is red.
How to use it
Carpeta means 'folder' or 'file' (the stationery item), NOT 'carpet'. The Spanish word for carpet is 'alfombra'. Another classic false friend caused by spelling similarity.
Common mistake
'Carpeta' is what you put your papers in; 'alfombra' is what you walk on.