Hamlet

usgb/ˈhæmlət/
noun

A small village, usually without a church.

We drove through a tiny hamlet that had only a few houses.
Visual representation of "hamlet" - A small village, usually without a church

Often appears as...

  • tiny hamlet
  • sleepy hamlet
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Size Implication

The word 'hamlet' implies a smaller size compared to a village.

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Only ten families live in the secluded hamlet.
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No Church Presence

'Hamlet' often indicates there's no church, distinguishing it from larger villages.

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The hamlet lacked a church, but a chapel was a short walk away.
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Rural Setting

Hamlets are typically found in rural areas, surrounded by natural scenery.

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She enjoyed the peace of a hamlet surrounded by fields.
Visual representation of the word "Hamlet"

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