English–French

“cushion” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kusɛ̃/

Example

Le coussin est doux et confortable.

The cushion is soft and comfortable.

Illustration for coussin (cushion)

How to say “cushion” in French

“Cushion” in French is coussin.

A compact fabric case filled with soft material, serving as a comfortable support or a decorative accent.

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

Example sentences with coussin

J'ai mis un coussin sur le canapé pour plus de confort.

I put a cushion on the sofa for extra comfort.

Tips for using coussin

  • Coussin usually denotes a seat or decorative cushion, while oreiller is the usual French word for a pillow used for sleeping.

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