Casitas (en. Little houses)

/kaˈsitas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Rural structures used for resting.
The wooden little houses are typical in this mountainous region.
Las casitas de madera son típicas en esta región montañosa.
Small construction that serves as a dwelling.
The little houses in the village are very cozy.
Las casitas del pueblo son muy acogedoras.
Rooms that are usually in a natural setting.
During the weekend, we stayed in some little houses by the lake.
Durante el fin de semana, nos quedamos en unas casitas junto al lago.

Etymology

Diminutive of 'casa' in Spanish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

country cottage
A small house in the countryside, usually used for vacations.
casita de campo
to build a little house
To build or fix a small dwelling.
hacer una casita
colorful little houses
It refers to houses painted in different colors, common in certain regions.
casitas de colores

Related Words

house
Structure intended to be inhabited.
casa
home
Place where one lives and finds a sense of security and affection.
hogar
chalet
Country house, often large and luxurious.
chalet

Slang Meanings

Small refuge or escape place.
Let's go to our little house to relax from daily stress.
Vamos a nuestra casita para relajarnos del estrés diario.
A small vacation house.
This year we will rent a little house at the beach.
Este año alquilaremos una casita en la playa.