Essential Afrikaans vocabulary and fundamental concepts for the A-Level Afrikaans Language exam (8679). Focuses on the syllabus's main topics including human relationships, daily life, and contemporary society.
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Vriendlike
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**Translation:** Friendly / Kind. **Pronunciation:** *freynt-lik* or *freynt-ləx* (with guttural **g**/"kh" sound).
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Baie dankie
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**Translation:** Thank you very much / Thanks a lot. **Pronunciation:** *bah-ya dahn-ki*. **Usage:** Standard expression of gratitude. 'Baie' means 'much' or 'very' and is used to intensify adjectives.
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Die gesin
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**Translation:** The family. **Pronunciation:** *dee ghuh-sin* (sin as in 'sing'). **Usage:** A central noun in the 'Human Relationships' topic area (Topic 1.1), referring to the nuclear or extended family unit.
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Ouderdom
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**Translation:** Old age / Age. **Pronunciation:** *oh-der-dom*. **Usage:** Relevant to Topic 1.1 regarding the status of the elderly and responsibility for their care in contemporary society.
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Generasie-kloof
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**Translation:** Generation gap. **Pronunciation:** *ghen-er-ah-see klohf*. **Usage:** Key concept in Topic 1.1 (Human relationships) and a specific essay topic for the 2026 examination series.
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