Leentje is a Dutch girl's name that is pronounced as "lehn-cheh." It is spelled as "L-e-e-n-t-j-e" in the Dutch language. The word "Leentje" is derived from the Dutch name "Eleonora," which means "to shine" or "bright." The first syllable "Leen" is pronounced as "leen" using the IPA phonetic transcription. The second syllable "tje" is pronounced as "cheh" as indicated by the IPA phonetic transcription. The spelling of Leentje showcases the unique aspects of the Dutch language.
The word Leentje is derived from the Dutch name Leentje, which is a diminutive form of the given name Helena. Helena itself originated from the Greek name Helene, meaning torch or corposant.