couverture
blanket; cover
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ku.vɛʁ.tyʁ/
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Cultural Note
In France, the 'couette' (duvet/comforter) has largely replaced traditional blankets, but 'couverture' remains in common use. The word also means 'cover' in general (book cover, media coverage).
📝 Example Sentences
Prends une couverture, il fait froid ce soir.
Take a blanket, it's cold tonight.
Le bébé dort sous sa petite couverture.
The baby is sleeping under their little blanket.