English–French
“bedside” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃəvɛ/
Example
Elle est restée au chevet de son grand-père.
She stayed at her grandfather's bedside.
How to say “bedside” in French
“Bedside” in French is chevet.
The head end of a bed as a place for close attendance, especially during illness.
Example sentences with chevet
Elle a posé la lampe sur la table de chevet.
She set the lamp on the bedside table.
Tips for using chevet
- For a simple location, près du lit is more ordinary than chevet, while au chevet de quelqu'un often suggests care or a vigil.