This is the 7037th most frequent Dutch word.
apparaatje
A small device or gadget.
Here, 'apparaatje' refers to a small or compact device or gadget that performs a specific function, such as heating a room.
Ik heb een klein apparaatje gekocht dat mijn kamer verwarmt.
I bought a small device that heats my room.
In this context, 'apparaatje' denotes a small object, presumably multifunctional or electronic, deserving of attention or curiosity.
Dat apparaatje op je bureau ziet er interessant uit.
That little device on your desk looks interesting.
Here, 'apparaatje' conveys a functional or practical tool that assists in an activity, such as gardening, emphasizing its compact size or utility.