das Kissen
Translation
pillow, cushion
Examples
Ich brauche ein weiches Kissen.
I need a soft pillow.
Auf dem Sofa liegen viele Kissen.
There are many cushions on the sofa.
Grammar Patterns
das Kissen ((as subject/object)) to use the pillow as a subject or object Das Kissen ist sehr bequem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Polster
Etymology
From Old High German 'kussīn', related to Latin 'culcita' (mattress).
Memory Tips
Imagine 'kissing' your soft pillow goodnight. 'Kissen' sounds very similar to 'kissing'.