Afrikaans Word of the Day
moet
MOOT • verb (modal) — 9th of Jul, 2026
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Meaning: to have to; must (expresses obligation or necessity)
Examples
- Ek moet gaan.
(I must go.) - Ons moet nou vertrek.
(We must leave now.) - Jy moet die reëls volg.
(You must follow the rules.)
Synonyms
- verplig
- noodsaaklik
Use 'moet' to express obligation, necessity, or a strong recommendation (similar to English 'must' or 'have to'). It is followed by an infinitive verb (no 'om' needed) and appears in both formal and informal contexts.
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