No. 836 in Afrikaans
kamera
The Afrikaans word "kamera" means "camera" in English.
In a sentence
Ek het 'n nuwe kamera gekoop.
I bought a new camera.
Here, 'kamera' refers to a device used for capturing photographs or videos.
Die kamera volg die akteurs tydens die toneel.
The camera follows the actors during the scene.
In this sentence, 'kamera' refers to a filming device used during a movie scene.
Sy werk in 'n huurkamera by die oewer.
She works in a rental cabin by the riverside.
Here, 'kamera' takes on a different meaning as 'cabin,' showing the versatility of the word in Afrikaans based on context.
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