Afrikaans Vocabulary: Common Verbs

Expand your vocabulary with essential Afrikaans verbs for everyday communication.

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Vocabulary List

English Afrikaans Pronunciation
be
wees
have
het
do
doen
say
go
gaan
get
kry
make
maak
know
weet
think
dink
take
neem
see
sien
come
kom
want
wil
look
kyk
use
gebruik
find
vind
give
gee
tell
vertel
work
werk
call
roep
try
probeer
ask
vra
need
benodig
feel
voel
become
word

Cultural Connection: Verbs and Respect

In Afrikaans, the use of verbs can indicate the level of respect or formality towards the person you are speaking to. Using formal verbs shows respect, while informal verbs are used with friends or family. Be mindful of this cultural nuance when choosing your words!

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