No. 455 in Afrikaans

besighede

"Besighede" means "businesses" in English.

In a sentence

Daar is verskeie besighede in hierdie straat.
There are various businesses on this street.
The word 'besighede' is used to refer to commercial enterprises or businesses collectively.
Klein besighede het dikwels meer persoonlike diens.
Small businesses often provide more personal service.
Here, 'besighede' specifies smaller-scale commercial entities emphasizing their characteristics.
Die regering ondersteun plaaslike besighede om die ekonomie te versterk.
The government supports local businesses to strengthen the economy.
In this case, 'besighede' points to locally operated or owned enterprises, highlighting their societal importance.

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