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    Colchón (en. Mattress)

    /kolˈtʃon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: A soft object placed on a bed to provide comfort while sleeping.
    Example Sentence: I bought a new mattress for my bed.
    Compré un colchón nuevo para mi cama.
    Definition: A basic element on the bed that is usually filled with materials like foam or springs.
    Example Sentence: The mattress on the bed is very comfortable.
    El colchón de la cama es muy cómodo.
    Definition: Refers to a type of fabric used in some furniture.
    Example Sentence: The sofa has a very soft mattress.
    El sofá tiene un colchón muy suave.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: From the Hispano-Arabic 'al-qaṭṭ', which means 'fabric' or 'padded element'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Phrase: air mattress
    Meaning: An inflatable device used for sleeping in camps.
    colchón de aire
    Phrase: mattress for couples
    Meaning: A large mattress for couples.
    colchón matrimonial
    Phrase: viscoelastic mattress
    Meaning: A mattress made of material that adapts to the body.
    colchón viscoelástico

    Related Words

    Related Word: bed
    Description: Structure where one sleeps or rests.
    cama
    Related Word: pillow
    Description: Support for the head used in bed.
    almohada
    Related Word: sheet
    Description: Fabric used to cover the bed.
    sábana

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: Bed
    Example: I'm going to the mattress to rest.
    Me voy a la colchon para descansar.
    Slang Meaning: Resting area
    Example: After running, I looked for a mattress to relax.
    Después de correr, busqué un colchón para relajarme.