Afrikaans Word of the Day
gebruik
ge-BRUIK • verb — 24th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: to use; to make use of
Examples
- Ek gebruik my rekenaar elke dag.
(I use my computer every day.) - Gebruik asseblief jou kaart om die deur oop te maak.
(Please use your card to open the door.) - Hoe gebruik ek hierdie program?
(How do I use this program?)
Synonyms
- benut
- aanwend
Gebruik is the common Afrikaans verb for 'to use' in most contexts and takes a direct object. For the phrase 'make use of' you can also say 'maak gebruik van'.
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