No. 844 in Afrikaans

motors

"Cars" or "automobiles."

In a sentence

Ek hou van motorwedrenne waar vinnige motors wedren.
I enjoy car races where fast cars compete.
In this sentence, 'motors' refers to cars used in races, emphasizing their speed.
My vriend herstel motors in sy werkswinkel.
My friend repairs engines in his workshop.
Here, 'motors' stands for engines, referencing the mechanical aspect of vehicles.
Daar is 'n groot uitstalling van klassieke motors in die stad.
There is a large exhibition of classic cars in the city.
In this instance, 'motors' indicates classic cars being showcased for their historical and aesthetical value.

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