Definitions
- A French term for a baby carriage or stroller. - Used in French-speaking countries to refer to a device used for transporting babies and young children. - Can be used to describe a lightweight, collapsible stroller that is easy to maneuver.
- A British term for a baby carriage or stroller. - Used in the UK and other Commonwealth countries to refer to a device used for transporting babies and young children. - Can be used to describe a larger, more traditional stroller with a bassinet-like compartment for the baby.
List of Similarities
- 1Both poussette and pram are terms used to describe a device for transporting babies and young children.
- 2Both are designed to provide a safe and comfortable space for the baby to rest while being moved around.
- 3Both can have wheels and handles for easy maneuverability.
- 4Both are commonly used in French and British cultures respectively.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Pram is generally larger and more spacious than poussette.
- 2Design: Pram often has a bassinet-like compartment for the baby while poussette is more lightweight and collapsible.
- 3Usage: Poussette is more commonly used in French-speaking countries while pram is more commonly used in the UK and other Commonwealth countries.
- 4Formality: Pram is considered more formal than poussette.
Remember this!
Poussette and pram are both terms used to describe a device for transporting babies and young children. However, poussette is a French term that refers to a lightweight, collapsible stroller, while pram is a British term that refers to a larger, more traditional stroller with a bassinet-like compartment for the baby. Pram is generally considered more formal and is more commonly used in the UK and other Commonwealth countries, while poussette is more commonly used in French-speaking countries.
