No. 581 in Afrikaans

elsje

“Elsje” is a diminutive form of the name “Els,” often used as a term of endearment or a personal name in Afrikaans.

In a sentence

Ek het 'n pragtige elsje in die tuin gesien.
I saw a beautiful Alder tree in the garden.
Here, 'elsje' refers to a type of tree, specifically the Alder tree.
Die naaldwerk benodig 'n ferm elsje om die lap deur te steek.
The needlework requires a firm awl to pierce through the fabric.
In this context, 'elsje' refers to a small tool, commonly known as an awl, used in needlework for piercing.
Sy het haar troeteldier voëltjie Elsje genoem.
She named her pet bird Elsje.
Here, 'elsje' is used as a proper noun, a pet name or name for a being.

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