Dutch · Home & Living
het appartement
apartment
Beginnernoun
Definition
A set of rooms forming one residence in a building.
Example
Hij woont in een klein appartement.
He lives in a small apartment.
Etymology
'Appartament' originates from the French word 'appartement', which itself stems from the Italian 'appartamento' meaning 'a section apart'. This reflects the evolving idea of shared living spaces in cities.
How & Where It’s Used
'Appartement' is primarily used in urban contexts, often in discussions about real estate or housing. Usage can be both formal and informal depending on the context.