No. 198 in Afrikaans
plaasgevind
"Took place" or "occurred."
In a sentence
Die vergadering het vanoggend plaasgevind.
The meeting took place this morning.
In this sentence, 'plaasgevind' is used to indicate that an event or activity happened or occurred.
Die ongeluk het netjies aangepaste omstandighede plaasgevind.
The accident took place under neatly adjusted circumstances.
In this context, 'plaasgevind' expresses the occurrence of an unforeseen event.
Die toernooi het soos beplan plaasgevind.
The tournament happened as planned.
Here, 'plaasgevind' signifies the completion of an organized event as intended.
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