Afrikaans Word of the Day
jij
/yI/ • pronoun — 15th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: you (informal, singular)
Examples
- Jij is baie talentvol.
(You are very talented.) - Waarom kom jij nie saam nie?
(Why aren't you coming along?) - Jij moet harder werk vir jou drome.
(You need to work harder for your dreams.)
Synonyms
- jy
The word 'jij' is used informally in conversations when addressing someone directly. It is often used among friends or peers.
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