das Fleckchen
Translation
little spot, small patch, little place
Examples
Die Katze hat ein weißes Fleckchen am Hals.
The cat has a little white spot on its neck.
Wir suchen ein ruhiges Fleckchen Erde.
We are looking for a quiet little piece of earth.
Grammar Patterns
a little spot/patch ((of sth.)) We are looking for a quiet little patch of earth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Pünktchen, Stelle, Ort
Etymology
Diminutive form of 'Fleck' (spot, place) with the suffix '-chen'.
Memory Tips
The German suffix '-chen' adds a sense of 'small' or 'cute'. Remember it as a small 'Fleck' (spot).