word
Japanese
Futon
FOO-ton
/ˈfuːtɒn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
futon
Dictionary meaning
A thin mattress placed directly on the floor; in the West, refers to a fold-out sofa bed.
History and origin
Japanese
Common mispronunciations
FYOO-ton
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