Afrikaans Word of the Day
toevallig
too-fA-lik • adjective — 22nd of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: by chance; accidental; happening unexpectedly rather than on purpose
Examples
- Ek het hom toevallig by die winkel gesien.
(I saw him by chance at the shop.) - Dit was net 'n toevallige ontmoeting.
(It was just an accidental meeting.) - Ons het toevallig dieselfde boek gekoop.
(We happened to buy the same book.)
Synonyms
- per toeval
- lukraak
- onbepland
Antonyms
- opsetlik
- doelbewus
Use this word when something happens unexpectedly or not according to plan. It is common in everyday speech and writing, especially for coincidences or accidental events.
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