Synonyms for

Afrikaans

Verb / ˌæfrʌˈkɑ:nz / Another word for afrikaans — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Afrikaans is a language spoken in South Africa and Namibia.

Synonyms & similar words

afrikaner afrikaans southafricandutch taal Boer Suid-Afrikaans Taal

Example sentences

  1. I am learning Afrikaans in school.
  2. My grandparents speak Afrikaans.
  3. Afrikaans is one of the official languages of South Africa.
  4. Can you translate this sentence into Afrikaans?
  5. I love listening to Afrikaans music.

Quotes

  • 'Afrikaans is a beautiful language. It's like a mix between Dutch and English.' - Unknown
  • 'I speak Afrikaans because it is my mother tongue.' - Charlize Theron
  • 'Afrikaans is the language that connects me to my roots.' - Trevor Noah

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