This is the 8025th most frequent Dutch word.
ezeltjes
"Ezeltjes" means "little donkeys" in English.
Here, 'ezeltjes' refers to the diminutive form of the word 'ezel', which means 'donkey', conveying a sense of small size or affection.
We zagen twee kleine ezeltjes op de boerderij.
We saw two small donkeys at the farm.
In this sentence, 'ezeltjes' refers to small donkey figures created by children, perhaps as toys or decorations.
De kinderen knutselen ezeltjes als cadeaus.
The children are crafting little donkeys as gifts.
Here, 'ezeltjes' is used metaphorically to describe someone carrying a burden like a donkey, emphasizing endurance and work ethic.