Japanese Word · Intermediate
ワンクッション
cushion to soften a blow or impact
Pronunciation: [β̞ã̠ŋkɯ̟ɕːõ̞ɴ]
Meaning
cushion to soften a blow or impact
Example
ワンクッションを置く
to add something that will soften the blow
Practice tips
- Practice ワンクッション out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.