No. 812 in Afrikaans

afgeskop

"Afgeskop" means "kicked off" or "started" in English.

In a sentence

Die wedstryd is afgeskop om drie uur.
The game kicked off at three o'clock.
In this sentence, 'afgeskop' is used to describe the starting of an event, particularly a sports game, similar to the English term 'kicked off'.
Sy het die vergadering afgeskop met 'n inspirerende toespraak.
She started the meeting with an inspiring speech.
Here, 'afgeskop' metaphorically signifies the initiation of a meeting, akin to commencing or starting off.
Die nuwe projek is afgeskop met groot opgewondenheid.
The new project was initiated with great excitement.
In this context, 'afgeskop' is employed to express the beginning of a project, often associated with enthusiasm or fanfare.

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