Random Afrikaans Words and Phrases
If we don't yet have a category for certain Afrikaans words, then the translations go on this page.
Due to the nature of this page, it can seem pretty random, but have a gander down below and see what weird and wonderful new translations you'll learn today.
Note: Words in bold added during the last update. You can also view this list of random words and phrases from English to Afrikaans.
Random Afrikaans Words:
Af ➔ Down
Aggressiewe ➔ Aggressive
Aanmoedig ➔ Cheer
Boot ➔ Boat
Gelukkig ➔ Happy
Gryp ➔ Grab
Huis ➔ House
Jaar ➔ Year
Kyk ➔ Look
Luister ➔ Listen
Nag ➔ Night
Noord ➔ North
Soort ➔ Kind
Spook ➔ Ghost
Stadig ➔ Slow
Suid ➔ South
Vinnig ➔ Fast
Random Afrikaans Phrases:
Dit is 'n mooi dag, vandag ➔ It's a lovely day today
Ek is nie vralik nie ➔ I am not joyful (as in jolly)
Gelukkige verjaarsdag ➔ Happy birthday
Geseënde Kersfees ➔ Merry Christmas
Jy is 'n aap ➔ You are a monkey
Lekker ➔ Nice, cool (describing goodness, not temperature)
Lemoenesap ➔ Orange juice
*Random words list last updated: March 14, 2018.
Comprehension:
Can you answer these questions about random Afrikaans words and phrases?
1. What is happy birthday in Afrikaans translation?