Afrikaans Word of the Day
moet
MOOT • verb (modal) — 2nd of Jun, 2026
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Meaning: to have to; must; expresses obligation or necessity
Examples
- Jy moet jou huiswerk doen.
(You must do your homework.) - Ons moet vroeg vertrek om die trein te haal.
(We must leave early to catch the train.) - Jy moet nie die deur oopmaak nie.
(You must not open the door.)
Synonyms
- verplig
- noodsaaklik
Use 'moet' to express obligation, necessity, or strong recommendation. For prohibition use the negative form 'moet nie ... nie' (must not). To soften a suggestion, speakers may use other verbs or add please ('asseblief'). The past tense is 'moes' (had to).
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