How to Say “Duvet” in French

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couette
/kwɛt/feminine
The French word for duvet is couette.
The term couette is used to refer to a quilt.
Meaning: quilt (noun)

How do you pronounce it?

/kwɛt/

Did you know?

  • The word couette is also the standard French term for a 'hairdo' consisting of two braids or pigtails.
  • The word couette is a diminutive form derived from the Old French word coue meaning 'tail'.
  • In French, the word duvet can also be used to describe the fine, soft hair on a newborn baby or a peach.

Examples in context

  • Je vais acheter une nouvelle couette
    I will buy a new duvet
  • J'ai un magnifique édredon en soie
    I have a magnificent silk duvet
  • une couette
    A quilt
  • J'ai acheté une nouvelle couette.
    I bought a new quilt.
  • Cette couette est très douce.
    This quilt is very soft.

Example conversation

Emma and Lucas are preparing their bedroom.

  1. Lucas

    Est-ce que tu as la couette ?
    Do you have the quilt?
  2. Emma

    Oui, elle est sur le lit.
    Yes, it is on the bed.
  3. Lucas

    Elle est très épaisse.
    It is very thick.
  4. Emma

    C'est parfait pour l'hiver.
    It is perfect for winter.

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