French word

jupon

Pronunciation

IPA/ʒypɔ̃/

Meaning

  • masculine nounpetticoat

Example

Elle porte un jupon sous sa robe.

She wears a petticoat under her dress.

Illustration for jupon (petticoat)

More examples

Le jupon ajoute du volume à la robe.

The petticoat adds volume to the dress.

Core concept

A light layer beneath a skirt or dress that adds a rounded shape and protects the outer fabric.

Similar words

sous-jupe: A lightweight underskirt worn beneath a skirt for everyday practicality.
combinaison: A one-piece slip worn beneath a dress to provide a smooth feel against the skin.
jupe: An outer garment covering the body from the waist down.

Definition in French

Vêtement féminin porté sous une robe ou une jupe pour donner du volume, structurer la silhouette ou protéger le vêtement extérieur.

Word origin

Jupon developed in French from jupe with the suffix -on, naming an undergarment related to a skirt.

Usage tips

  • Jupon is masculine, so standard forms are un jupon and ce jupon, despite the garment being associated with women's clothing.

Other meanings

  • slipnoun
  • underskirtnoun

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