No. 4,957 in French
sommier
Bed base or box spring.
In a sentence
Le sommier de mon lit est en bois.
The bed base of my bed is made of wood.
In this sentence, 'sommier' refers to the bed base, which is the structure supporting the mattress.
Nous avons changé le sommier pour un modèle plus robuste.
We changed the bed base to a sturdier model.
Here, 'sommier' again implies the structural part of a bed intended to support the mattress, showcasing its practical role in furniture.
Un bon sommier est essentiel pour une nuit de sommeil réparatrice.
A good bed base is essential for a restful night's sleep.
In this example, 'sommier' is used in a general context emphasizing its importance for comfort and proper sleep support.
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