Dutch · Animals
de kat
cat
Beginnernoun
Definition
A small domesticated carnivorous mammal.
Example
De kat slaapt op de bank.
The cat sleeps on the couch.
Etymology
'de kat' originates from Old Dutch 'catta', with roots in Latin and Greek, reflecting the domestication of felines in European cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'De kat' is neutral and used in both informal and formal settings, appearing in both spoken and written Dutch conversations.