Afrikaans Word of the Day
lees
LEES (rhymes with 'lays') • verb — 10th of May, 2026
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Meaning: to read (look at and understand written or printed material)
Examples
- Ek lees elke aand 'n boek.
(I read a book every evening.) - Lees asseblief die e-pos voordat jy antwoord.
(Please read the email before you reply.) - Kan jy hierdie bord lees?
(Can you read this sign?)
Synonyms
- deurlees
- studeer
Lees is the common verb for reading in Afrikaans and is used for books, signs, emails, articles, etc. The vowel 'ee' is a long sound (like English 'ay'). For past tense or perfect form you will often see 'gelees'. 'Studeer' implies studying in depth, while 'deurlees' means to read through.
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