Afrikaans Word of the Day
probeer
proh-BY-er • verb — 30th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: to try; to attempt to do something
Examples
- Ek probeer om Afrikaans te leer.
(I am trying to learn Afrikaans.) - Sy probeer die deur oopmaak.
(She is trying to open the door.) - Probeer asseblief weer.
(Please try again.)
Synonyms
- probeer
- poog
Antonyms
- gee op
- staak
This is a very common everyday verb used when someone is making an effort to do something, even if success is not guaranteed.
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