No. 769 in Afrikaans
hoogtepunt
"Hoogtepunt" means "highlight" or "climax" in English.
In a sentence
Die konsert se hoogtepunt was die finale lied.
The concert's highlight was the final song.
In this sentence, 'hoogtepunt' is used to indicate the most important or exciting part of an event.
Die berg se hoogtepunt is bedek met sneeu.
The mountain's summit is covered with snow.
Here, 'hoogtepunt' refers to the physical peak or top of a mountain.
Sy loopbaan het sy hoogtepunt bereik met die toekenning.
His career reached its peak with the award.
In this sentence, 'hoogtepunt' describes the highest point or zenith of someone's career.
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