French word

peignoir

Pronunciation

IPA/pɛɲwaʁ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounbathrobe

Example

Je mets mon peignoir après la douche.

I put on my bathrobe after showering.

Illustration for peignoir (bathrobe)

More examples

Le peignoir de bain est encore humide.

The bathrobe is still damp.

Core concept

A loose wrap worn at home, usually tied at the waist, with enough room to cover the body after washing.

Common phrases

  • un peignoir de bain

    bathrobe

  • mettre un peignoir

    put on a bathrobe

Similar words

robe de chambre: A loose dressing gown worn while relaxing indoors.
sortie de bain: A short terry robe worn after bathing to dry off and keep warm.

Definition in French

Vêtement ample porté à la maison, surtout après la toilette, qui se ferme souvent par une ceinture ou des boutons et sert à couvrir le corps.

Word origin

Peignoir was formed from French peigner, to comb, with the suffix -oir, naming a garment originally associated with grooming.

Usage tips

  • Peignoir is masculine, so the usual article is un, despite its association with feminine robe.

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