No. 147 in Afrikaans

mag

"Mag" in English means "power" or "may" (depending on context).

In a sentence

Jy mag 'n rukkie rus.
You may rest for a while.
In this sentence, 'mag' is used to indicate permission, equivalent to 'may' in English.
Ek glo in die mag van liefde.
I believe in the power of love.
Here, 'mag' refers to strength, power, or influence, highlighting its noun usage.
Sy mag dalk daar wees.
She might be there.
In this context, 'mag' conveys uncertainty, suggesting possibility, similar to 'might' in English.

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