hou

hou

"Hold," "like," or "keep," depending on context.

Here, 'hou' conveys the meaning of keeping or maintaining a commitment.

Hy hou altyd sy woord.

He always keeps his word.

Here, 'hou' implies liking or enjoying something ('hou van').

Ek hou daarvan om buite te wandel.

I like to take walks outside.

In this sentence, 'hou' means to hold or keep in position.

Hou asseblief die deur oop vir my.

Please hold the door open for me.