French word

guéridon

Pronunciation

IPA/geʁidɔ̃/

Meaning

  • masculine nounside table

Example

Pose le vase sur le guéridon.

Put the vase on the side table.

Illustration for guéridon (side table)

More examples

Le guéridon sert de support pour la lampe.

The side table serves as a stand for the lamp.

Core concept

A slender decorative table balanced on one central leg, holding a vase or other small object beside a chair or wall.

Definition in French

Petite table élancée à un pied unique, généralement décorative et placée près d'un fauteuil ou d'un mur pour soutenir un objet.

Word origin

The origin of guéridon is uncertain, but the word is linked to Italian and Spanish terms for a small table that became established in French.

Usage tips

  • Guéridon is masculine, so standard usage is un guéridon and le guéridon.

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