Spanish word

cojín

Pronunciation

IPA/koˈxin/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncushion

Example

Necesito un cojín para el sofá.

I need a cushion for the sofa.

Illustration for cojín (cushion)

More examples

Coloca un cojín lumbar para apoyar la espalda.

Place a lumbar cushion to support your back.

Core concept

Medium- or small-sized padded textile for sofas, chairs, or the floor.

Common phrases

  • cojín de sofá

    sofa cushion

  • cojín decorativo

    decorative cushion

  • cojín lumbar

    lumbar cushion

Similar words

almohada: Soft filled pillow used for sleeping to support the head and neck.
almohadón: Larger padded cushion used on sofas or the floor as support or decoration.
puf: Round, low upholstered cushion that serves as a casual seat or footrest.

Definition in Spanish

Pieza textil acolchada de tamaño pequeño o mediano, usada para decorar muebles y proporcionar apoyo al sentarse o recostarse.

Word origin

From Latin culcita through Old French coussin, the word narrows from a general padded mattress to a smaller decorative or support piece.

Usage tips

  • Common Spanish collocations include cojín de sofá and cojín decorativo, while almohada refers to a pillow for sleeping.

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