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"Pillow" in German: Kissen
das Kissen
Pillow in German is das Kissen, neuter. A bed pillow is often das Kopfkissen. Same word covers sofa cushions.
Making the bed
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How to pronounce Kissen
Say it
KISS-en
/ˈkɪsn̩/
KISS-en. Short i. Soft double s.
"Pillow" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| das Kissen | pillow / cushion Default. | Default. |
| das Kopfkissen | bed pillow Sleeping. | Sleeping. |
| die Kissen | pillows Plural. | Plural. |
| Kissenbezug | pillowcase Bedding. | Bedding. |
How to use Kissen in real life
- 1Making the bed
Wo ist das zweite Kissen?
Where is the second pillow?
Das … Kissen.
- 2Hotel request
Können wir ein extra Kissen bekommen?
Can we get an extra pillow?
Ein … Kissen.
- 3Sofa nap
Leg das Kissen hinter deinen Rücken.
Put the pillow behind your back.
Das Kissen.
Mistakes English speakers make with Kissen
Incorrect: der Kissen
Correct: das Kissen
Kissen is neuter.
Incorrect: die Pillow
Correct: das Kissen
Use Kissen, not English pillow.
Good to know
German hotels often ask how many Kissen you want. Sofa Kissen are decorative and firm; Kopfkissen are for sleep.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Setting up the guest room
ChatPal
Ist das Bett fertig?
Is the bed ready?
You
Fast. Mir fehlt noch ein Kissen.
Almost. I'm still missing a pillow.
ChatPal
Im Schrank liegen zwei Kissen.
There are two pillows in the closet.
You
Super. Ein weiches Kissen ist genug.
Great. One soft pillow is enough.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Pillow" in German
How do you say pillow?
Das Kissen.
Bed pillow specifically?
Das Kopfkissen.
Plural?
Die Kissen.
Pillowcase?
Der Kissenbezug.
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