No. 7,541 in Dutch
chaletje
A small chalet or cabin.
In a sentence
Ik heb een mooi chaletje aan het meer.
I have a nice little chalet by the lake.
Here, 'chaletje' is used in its diminutive form to describe a small and possibly cozy chalet, emphasizing a charming quality.
We gingen naar een klein chaletje in de bergen voor onze vakantie.
We went to a small chalet in the mountains for our vacation.
The term 'chaletje' highlights the modest size of the accommodation, suggesting it fits well for a short stay or getaway.
Hij heeft het chaletje zelf gebouwd met hout uit het bos.
He built the chalet himself using wood from the forest.
In this sentence, 'chaletje' is used to refer to a small structure, and the context adds a personal touch to its description by mentioning it was self-built.
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