No. 901 in Afrikaans
dames
Ladies.
In a sentence
Die dames was almal tevrede met die besluit.
The ladies were all satisfied with the decision.
Here, 'dames' is used as the subject, referring to a group of women formally.
Dames en here, welkom by die vertoning.
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the show.
In this instance, 'dames' is used as a salutation addressing women in a formal context.
Die modewinkel bied stylvolle klere vir dames aan.
The fashion store offers stylish clothing for women.
Here, 'dames' is used to describe the target group of adult women for the products offered.
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