No. 696 in Afrikaans

mall

The Afrikaans word "mall" means "crazy" or "mad" in English.

In a sentence

Hy gaan na die mall om inkopies te doen.
He goes to the mall to shop.
In this sentence, "mall" refers to a shopping center where people purchase items.
Sy idee is absoluut mall!
His idea is absolutely crazy!
Here, "mall" is used colloquially to mean crazy or silly, showcasing a metaphorical use.
Die kind is so bly, sy gehuil maak hom mall.
The child is so joyful, her laughing makes him crazy.
In this context, "mall" expresses a state of being overwhelmed or thrown off balance emotionally.

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