Afrikaans Word of the Day
boek
BOO-k • noun — 2nd of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: a written or printed work consisting of pages glued or sewn together along one side and bound in covers.
Examples
- Ek lees 'n interessante boek.
(I am reading an interesting book.) - Die boek is op die tafel.
(The book is on the table.) - Sy het 'n nuwe boek gekoop.
(She bought a new book.)
Synonyms
- kodex
- handboek
The word 'boek' is commonly used in everyday conversation to refer to any kind of book, whether it's a novel, textbook, or any printed material bound together.
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