poltrona
armchair
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/polˈtrona/
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Cultural Note
Poltrona has an interesting double meaning: besides 'armchair,' it also means a prestigious or powerful position, as in 'poltrona di direttore' (director's chair). The word 'poltrone' (masculine) means a lazy person — someone who never leaves their armchair. Italian furniture makers are world-famous for their poltrona designs.
📝 Example Sentences
Si è addormentato sulla poltrona davanti alla TV.
He fell asleep in the armchair in front of the TV.
Questa poltrona è il mio posto preferito per leggere.
This armchair is my favorite reading spot.
Abbiamo comprato due poltrone per il soggiorno.
We bought two armchairs for the living room.