Dutch · Home & Living
de kamer
room
Beginnernoun
Definition
A space within a building enclosed by walls.
Example
Mijn kamer is erg groot.
My room is very big.
Etymology
'Kamer' derives from the Middle Dutch 'kamer', which has Italian and Latin roots related to enclosed spaces. The term historically referred to chambers in larger buildings.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kamer' is used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing personal spaces. It appears frequently in both spoken and written forms.
Literary Heritage
In Dutch literature, 'kamer' often symbolizes personal solitude or refuge, appearing in various poems and prose reflecting on inner life—