在日常生活中,床上用品是我们与床铺直接接触的物品,对于良好的睡眠和舒适度起着关键作用。今天,我们将了解几种常见的床上用品,包括枕头(Pillow)、被子(Quilt)、床单(Sheet)、毯子(Blanket)和床垫(Mattress),并学习如何在英语中正确使用它们。

Pillow

“Pillow”是枕头的意思,放在头下的软垫,通常用于支撑头部和颈部,以保持舒适的睡姿。

剑桥词典:a rectangular cloth bag filled with soft material, such as feathers or artificial materials, used for resting your head on in bed

例句

  • I fluffed the pillow before laying down for a comfortable night's sleep. (我拍打了一下枕头,然后躺下享受一个舒适的夜晚睡眠。)
  • She hugged the soft pillow tightly, finding solace in its comforting embrace. (她紧紧抱着柔软的枕头,在它温暖的拥抱中找到了慰藉。)
  • Travelling without my favourite pillow always makes it challenging to sleep well. (没有我的最爱枕头的旅行总是让我难以睡个好觉。)
  • The hotel provided a selection of pillows to cater to different preferences and sleeping habits. (酒店提供了多种枕头供选择,以满足不同喜好和睡眠习惯。)
  • As the rain tapped gently on the window, I nestled into the cosy bed, resting my head on the fluffy pillow. (窗外的雨声轻轻拍打,我舒适地蜷缩在床上,头靠在松软的枕头上。)

Quilt

“Quilt”是被子的意思,一种由两层布料之间填充了软质材料的毯子,用于保暖。

剑桥词典:a decorative cover for a bed

例句

  • Every winter, my grandmother lovingly handcrafts a quilt to keep us warm during the chilly nights. (每年冬天,我的祖母都会用心手工制作一床被子,让我们在寒冷的夜晚保持温暖。)
  • The quilt, adorned with vibrant colours and intricate patterns, added a touch of artistry to the bedroom decor. (这床被子色彩鲜艳、花纹复杂,为卧室装饰增添了一抹艺术色彩。)
  • During the camping trip, we huddled under the quilt to stay cosy by the campfire. (露营时,我们蜷缩在被子下,靠近篝火保持温暖。)
  • The antique quilt, passed down through generations, held sentimental value for the family. (那床古董被子代代相传,对这个家庭来说具有感情价值。)
  • Wrapped in a soft quilt, she sat by the window, sipping hot tea and enjoying the view outside. (裹着柔软的被子,她坐在窗前,品着热茶,欣赏着窗外的景色。)

Sheet

“Sheet”是床单的意思,一种覆盖床垫的薄片,有助于保持床铺的清洁,并提供额外的舒适感。

剑桥词典:a large piece of thin cloth used on a bed for sleeping on or under

例句

  • She chose a set of crisp, white sheets for her bed to create a clean and fresh look in the bedroom.(她选择了一套洁白的床单,以在卧室营造干净清新的氛围。)
  • After a long day, there's nothing better than slipping into a bed with freshly laundered sheets.(经过漫长的一天,没有什么比躺在新洗的床单上更舒服的了。)
  • The hotel boasted high-thread-count sheets, ensuring a luxurious and comfortable sleeping experience for its guests.(这家酒店引以为豪的是高纤维数的床单,确保为客人提供奢华舒适的睡眠体验。)
  • In the summer, opting for lightweight and breathable sheets can contribute to a cooler and more comfortable night's sleep.(夏天选择轻薄透气的床单有助于享受更凉爽、更舒适的夜晚睡眠。)
  • She carefully folded the bed sheets and placed them in the linen closet, keeping everything neatly organized.(她小心地折叠床单,放进亚麻橱里,保持一切井然有序。)

Blanket

“Blanket”是毯子的意思,一种轻便的覆盖物,通常用于在床上提供额外的保暖。

剑桥词典:a flat cover made of wool or similar warm material, usually used on a bed

例句

  • On a chilly winter evening, she wrapped herself in a warm blanket while reading a book by the fireplace.(在一个寒冷的冬天傍晚,她裹着一条温暖的毯子,在壁炉旁边读书。)
  • The child clutched his favourite blanket tightly, finding comfort and security in its familiar softness.(这个孩子紧紧抱着他最喜欢的毯子,在它熟悉的柔软中找到了舒适和安全感。)
  • The picnic wouldn't be complete without a cosy blanket spread on the grass for everyone to sit on.(野餐如果没有在草地上铺一条舒适的毯子让大家坐着,就不算完整。)
  • As the rain tapped on the windows, she curled up on the sofa, covered with a soft blanket, and enjoyed a movie.(雨点拍打着窗户,她蜷缩在沙发上,裹着一条柔软的毯子,享受着一部电影。)
  • During the camping trip, the group gathered around the campfire, sharing stories under the starry sky and blankets.(露营时,大家围坐在篝火旁,在星空下分享故事,裹着毯子温暖相伴。)

Mattress

“Mattress”是床垫的意思,通常由弹簧、海绵或其他材料制成,用于提供舒适的睡眠基础。

剑桥词典:the part of a bed, made of a strong cloth cover filled with firm material, that makes the bed comfortable to lie on

例句

  • After trying out several mattresses in the showroom, they finally selected a memory foam mattress for its comfort and support.(在陈列室试了几个床垫后,他们最终选择了一款记忆泡沫床垫,因为它既舒适又有支撑力。)
  • A good mattress is crucial for promoting proper spinal alignment and ensuring a restful night's sleep.(一个好的床垫对于促进脊柱正确对齐,确保一个宁静的夜晚睡眠至关重要。)
  • The hotel boasted premium-quality mattresses in every room, ensuring guests a comfortable and rejuvenating stay.(这家酒店在每个房间都配备了优质的床垫,确保客人在此舒适宜人地度过每一个夜晚。)
  • She invested in a hybrid mattress that combines the support of springs with the comfort of memory foam for the best of both worlds.(她投资购买了一款混合床垫,结合了弹簧的支撑性和记忆泡沫的舒适性,实现了两者的最佳结合。)
  • The mattress protector is designed to shield the mattress from spills and stains, prolonging its lifespan.(床垫保护套的设计旨在保护床垫免受溅泼和污渍,延长其使用寿命。)

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参考资料

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/pillow?q=Pillow

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/quilt?q=Quilt

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/sheet?q=Sheet

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/blanket?q=Blanket

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/mattress?q=Mattress