Afrikaans Word of the Day
belangrik
be-LANG-rik • adjective — 25th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: important; of great value or significance
Examples
- Dit is belangrik om elke dag water te drink.
(It is important to drink water every day.) - Jou mening is belangrik vir die span.
(Your opinion is important to the team.) - Lees die instruksies, want dit is belangrik.
(Read the instructions, because it is important.)
Synonyms
- noodsaaklik
- gewigtig
- signifikant
Antonyms
- onbelangrik
- onbenullig
This is a very common adjective used in everyday Afrikaans when something matters or should be taken seriously. It works well in both casual and formal situations.
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