Afrikaans Word of the Day
water
/WAH-ter/ • noun — 7th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: liquid that is essential for life, usually clear and colorless
Examples
- Ek drink elke dag genoeg water.
(I drink enough water every day.) - Die blom het baie water nodig om te groei.
(The flower needs a lot of water to grow.) - Water is belangrik vir ons gesondheid.
(Water is important for our health.)
Synonyms
- H2O
- nat
- vloeistof
The word 'water' is commonly used in everyday conversation, especially when discussing drinks, health, and the environment.
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