Afrikaans
noun
Afrikaans is a West Germanic language that originated from the Dutch language and is primarily spoken in South Africa and Namibia.
She learned Afrikaans to communicate better with her friends in South Africa.
Often appears as...
- Afrikaans education
- Afrikaans culture
Usage tips
Neutral
official language, Afrikaans literature, Afrikaans-speaking community
noun
Afrikaans refers to the people of Dutch ancestry in South Africa who primarily speak the Afrikaans language.
The Afrikaners played a significant role in South Africa's history.
Often appears as...
- Afrikaner identity
- Afrikaner heritage
Usage tips
Neutral
Afrikaner culture, Afrikaner nationalism
noun
Afrikaans is a West Germanic language that originated from the Dutch language and is primarily spoken in South Africa and Namibia.
She learned Afrikaans to communicate better with her friends in South Africa.
Often appears as...
- Afrikaans education
- Afrikaans culture
Usage tips
Neutral
official language, Afrikaans literature, Afrikaans-speaking community
noun
Afrikaans refers to the people of Dutch ancestry in South Africa who primarily speak the Afrikaans language.
The Afrikaners played a significant role in South Africa's history.
Often appears as...
- Afrikaner identity
- Afrikaner heritage
Usage tips
Neutral
Afrikaner culture, Afrikaner nationalism
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Language Variation
Afrikaans is distinct from other languages in its uniquely South African context.
'Speaking Afrikaans reflects cultural identity.'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
Understanding Afrikaans involves recognizing its historical roots and social impact.
'Afrikaans is central to the identity of many South Africans.'
Pro Tip 3/3Language Proficiency
Learning Afrikaans may open up further understanding of related dialects.
'Mastering Afrikaans can enhance the understanding of Dutch and Flemish.'
Pro Tip 1/3Language Variation
Afrikaans is distinct from other languages in its uniquely South African context.
'Speaking Afrikaans reflects cultural identity.'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
Understanding Afrikaans involves recognizing its historical roots and social impact.
'Afrikaans is central to the identity of many South Africans.'
Pro Tip 3/3Language Proficiency
Learning Afrikaans may open up further understanding of related dialects.
'Mastering Afrikaans can enhance the understanding of Dutch and Flemish.'
Pro Tip 1/3Language Variation
Afrikaans is distinct from other languages in its uniquely South African context.
'Speaking Afrikaans reflects cultural identity.'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
Understanding Afrikaans involves recognizing its historical roots and social impact.
'Afrikaans is central to the identity of many South Africans.'
Pro Tip 3/3Language Proficiency
Learning Afrikaans may open up further understanding of related dialects.
'Mastering Afrikaans can enhance the understanding of Dutch and Flemish.'
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