No. 646 in Afrikaans
raadslid
Councilor or council member.
In a sentence
Die raadslid het tydens die vergadering nuwe voorstelle gemaak.
The councilor made new proposals during the meeting.
In this sentence, 'raadslid' is used to refer to a member of a council, likely in a municipal or organizational setting.
As 'n raadslid, moet hy verantwoordelikheid neem vir sy kiesers se belange.
As a councilor, he must take responsibility for the interests of his constituents.
Here, 'raadslid' emphasizes the general duties and responsibilities of someone holding the position.
Haar werk as 'n voormalige raadslid gee haar insig in gemeenskapsake.
Her work as a former councilor gives her insight into community matters.
In this usage, 'raadslid' reflects past experience and the expertise gained from the role.
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