English–French

“cotton” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kotɔ̃/

Example

Cette chemise est en coton.

This shirt is made of cotton.

Illustration for coton (cotton)

How to say “cotton” in French

“Cotton” in French is coton.

Soft, absorbent plant fiber spun into thread and made into clothing, towels, and hygiene products.

Full entry for coton: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with coton

Les draps en coton sont doux et respirants.

The cotton sheets are soft and breathable.

Tips for using coton

  • Coton is masculine, so the standard article is le coton, and the material is usually uncountable in French.

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