casita

noun

ca·​si·​ta kə-ˈsē-tə How to pronounce casita (audio)
Synonyms of casitanext
: a small house

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For groups that want to spread out, there’s a separate ensuite casita next to the main house. — Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026 The casita units are available to rent, Moncrief said, and the Airstream units will be available in June. — Emily Holshouser may 28, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2026 Bad Bunny drops through the roof, lands in the casita, and walks through the front door at 3 minutes, 36 seconds. — Dave Osborn, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026 The nearly half-acre lot includes professional desert landscaping, paths, and two studio casitas. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for casita

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, diminutive of casa

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of casita was in 1822

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Casiquiare
casita
cask
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