No. 2,182 in Dutch
lichtere
The Dutch word "lichtere" means "lighter" in English, referring to something less heavy or less intense.
In a sentence
De nieuwe verf heeft een lichtere tint dan de oude.
The new paint has a lighter shade than the old one.
Describes the comparative quality of being less dark in color.
Voor de reis hebben we lichtere kleding ingepakt.
For the trip, we packed lighter clothes.
Indicates that the clothes packed are less heavy or bulky in weight or density.
Hij koos een lichtere stoel om gemakkelijker te verplaatsen.
He chose a lighter chair to move more easily.
Used to compare the weight of objects, referring to the chair being less heavy.
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