Afrikaans Word of the Day
praat
/PRAAT/ • verb — 9th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: to speak; to talk
Examples
- Kan ons later praat?
(Can we talk later?) - Sy praat baie vinnig.
(She speaks very fast.) - Praat asseblief stadig.
(Please speak slowly.)
Synonyms
- spreek
- klets
Praat is the everyday verb for 'to talk' or 'to speak'. Use 'spreek' in more formal contexts (for example, public speaking or formal conversation) and 'klets' when referring to casual chatting.
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