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A mattress with the dimensions 90 cm x 200 cm is a standard size used primarily for single beds outside of North America. Here's a bit more detail:

Common Terms and Usage:

1. Single/Twin Bed:
   • This size is most often referred to as a single bed or twin bed in many European countries, including Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia.
   • It is designed to comfortably fit one adult, teenager, or child.
   • Often found in small bedrooms, guest rooms, or dormitories.
2. European Single:
   • In some parts of Europe, it is known as a European single, slightly different from the UK single size, which is typically 90 cm x 190 cm. The extra 10 cm in length makes it ideal for taller individuals.
3. Narrow Single:
   • Sometimes, it's referred to as a narrow single in places where room space is a premium, such as in compact apartments, children's rooms, or bunk beds, although this size of furniture is hard to find in North America.

Comparison with Other Sizes:

• UK Single: 90 cm x 190 cm (slightly shorter).
• US-Canadian Twin: 99 cm x 190.5 cm (wider but shorter).
• Super Single: Some manufacturers also produce slightly larger single beds, like 100 cm x 200 cm or 120 cm x 200 cm, called a super single or small double.