Dutch · Home & Living
de slaapkamer
bedroom
Beginnernoun
Definition
A room used for sleeping.
Example
Mijn slaapkamer is blauw geschilderd.
My bedroom is painted blue.
Etymology
'Slaapkamer' combines 'slapen', meaning 'to sleep', and 'kamer', directly referencing its purpose as a sleeping area. This compound word emphasizes functionality.
How & Where It’s Used
'Slaapkamer' is widely used in both spoken and written Dutch, specifically in contexts related to home decor and living arrangements, often in informal settings.