This is the 1595th most frequent Dutch word.
hondje
"Little dog" or "puppy."
Here, 'hondje' is used to refer to a small or endearing idea of a dog, emphasizing affection or size.
Mijn hondje houdt van wandelen in het park.
My little dog loves walking in the park.
In this example, 'hondje' is referring to a specific small dog in the context of location.
Het hondje naast de deur blaft vaak tegen voorbijgangers.
The little dog next door often barks at passersby.
The word 'hondje' here conveys both the small size and the cuteness or endearing aspect of the dog shown.