What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
poussette
Example
Je vais acheter une poussette pour mon bébé. [poussette: noun]
Example
Elle a poussé la poussette dans le parc. [poussette: noun]
stroller
Example
I need to buy a new stroller for my baby. [stroller: noun]
Example
She pushed the stroller through the mall. [stroller: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Stroller is more commonly used than poussette in everyday language, especially in English-speaking countries. However, poussette may be more common in French-speaking countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between poussette and stroller?
While poussette may have a more formal or sophisticated connotation due to its French origin, both words are generally used in informal contexts and are not considered formal language.
