No. 564 in Afrikaans
mees
"Mees" in Afrikaans means "most" in English.
In a sentence
Die boek is die mees interessant van almal.
The book is the most interesting of all.
Used as a superlative marker in adjective comparison, indicating the 'most'.
Hulle sien dit mees ernstig op.
They regard it most seriously.
Used to intensify an adverb, meaning 'most' in this context.
Die meisie het haar mees geliefde liedjie gesing.
The girl sang her most beloved song.
Used to emphasize possession or preference, denoting 'most dear' or 'most loved'.
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