la couche
A feminine noun is used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la dame, la lune).
a. diaper (Canada) (United States)
Regionalism used in Canada.
Regionalism used in the United States.
Nous utilisons des couches lavables pour notre bébé.We've been using cloth diapers on our baby.
b. nappy (United Kingdom)
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom.
As-tu changé la couche du bébé ?Have you changed the baby's nappy?
a. layer
La tarte est recouverte d'une couche de crème pâtissière.The tart is covered with a layer of pastry cream.
b. coat (of paint, varnish)
On va mettre une nouvelle couche de peinture sur la vieille porte.We'll put a fresh coat of paint on the old door.
4. (literary) (furniture)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., once upon a time).
a. bed
Le roi convia la courtisane à partager sa couche.The king invited the courtesan to share his bed.
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