クッション
くっしょん
noun
cushion
1.
cushion, throw pillow
A soft padded object used for sitting on or leaning against. In Japanese, distinct from まくら (sleeping pillow) and 座布団 (floor cushion).
ソファにクッションを置く。
To put cushions on the sofa.
このクッションはふかふかで気持ちいい。
This cushion is fluffy and comfortable.
新しいクッションカバーを買ったら、部屋の雰囲気が変わった。
When I bought new cushion covers, the feel of the room changed.
2.
cushion, buffer
Something that absorbs shock or serves as a buffer between things.
クッションの役割を果たす。
To serve as a cushion.
梱包にクッション材を入れる。
To put cushioning material in the packaging.
厚いソールがクッションになって、膝への負担を減らしてくれる。
The thick soles act as cushioning and reduce the strain on my knees.
USAGE:
Sense 1 refers to decorative throw pillows used on sofas and chairs. This is different from 座布団 (traditional Japanese floor cushion) and まくら (sleeping pillow).
Sense 2 is used figuratively for anything that absorbs impact or eases transition.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- クッションカバー: cushion cover
- クッション材: cushioning material
- クッション性: cushioning property
- クッションを抱く: to hug a cushion