No. 520 in Afrikaans

ontwikkel

Develop.

In a sentence

Die wetenskaplike werk hard om 'n nuwe tegnologie te ontwikkel.
The scientist works hard to develop a new technology.
In this sentence, 'ontwikkel' means 'to develop' or 'to create something new'.
Die maatskappy het oor die afgelope dekade vinnig ontwikkel.
The company has rapidly evolved over the past decade.
Here, 'ontwikkel' refers to the act of growing or progressing, often over time.
Die kind help om sy vaardighede deur oefening te ontwikkel.
The child is helping to improve his skills through practice.
In this context, 'ontwikkel' means to enhance or improve through practice.

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