casita

noun

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

Examples of casita in a Sentence

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The nearly half-acre lot includes professional desert landscaping, paths, and two studio casitas. The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Mar. 2026 Today, accommodations include casita rooms, suites, and a ranch house, outfitted with tile floors, exposed wood beams, and private in-room fireplaces. Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026 The 8,000-square-foot house had three bedrooms, six bathrooms, and a detached guest casita. Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 5 Mar. 2026 Station yourself at this unique casita that shares a large outdoor space with other bungalows—including a grill, a dining area, a pool, and gardens. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Feb. 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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“Casita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/casita. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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