No. 2,944 in Japanese
クッション
Cushion.
In a sentence
このソファには素敵なクッションが付いています。
This sofa has wonderful cushions.
Here, 'クッション' refers to physical cushions used for comfort on a sofa.
会議の前にクッションの時間を設けて、参加者にくつろいでもらいます。
Before the meeting, we provide a cushion time for the participants to relax.
In this context, 'クッション' metaphorically refers to a buffer or preparatory time.
その衝突を避けるために、いくつかのクッション対策を講じました。
To avoid the collision, we implemented several cushioning measures.
'クッション' here symbolizes protective or mitigating measures.
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