Marietje is a Dutch given name that is phonetically spelled as /ma.ri.et.jə/. The word has four syllables with the primary stress on the second syllable, which is pronounced as /ri/. The vowel in the first syllable is pronounced as /a/ as in the word 'ah', 'mar'. The third syllable has a schwa sound, which is pronounced as /ə/ as in the word 'a' in 'about'. The final syllable is pronounced as /jə/ as in 'ya' in the word 'yacht'. The name is commonly used in the Netherlands and Belgium.
The etymology of the word Marietje is derived from the Dutch name Maria and the diminutive suffix -tje. Maria is a feminine given name that originates from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning beloved or wished for child. The suffix -tje is a common diminutive form in Dutch, often used to indicate smallness or endearment. Therefore, Marietje can be seen as a diminutive or affectionate form of Maria.