schattepatat

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Dutch

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Etymology

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Compound of schat (darling; treasure) +‎ -e- +‎ patat (French fries).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈsxɑ.təˌpaː.tɑt/, /ˈsxɑ.təˌpɑ.tɑt/

Noun

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schattepatat m (plural schattepatatten, diminutive schattepatatje n)

  1. A term of endearment: darling, precious, sweetie
    Synonyms: schat, schattebout