Het kussen



Example: Ik leg het kussen op de bank.

Definition


"Het kussen" refers to a soft bag filled with materials such as feathers, foam, or synthetic fibers, used to support the head or for comfort when sitting or lying down. It is commonly placed on furniture like sofas or beds to provide cushioning and decoration.

Etymology


The Dutch word "het kussen" originates from the Middle Dutch 'cussen,' which comes from Old High German 'kussen,' meaning 'pillow.' Did you know that the word is related to the English 'cushion,' both sharing a common Germanic root reflecting comfort and support?

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"Het kussen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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