No. 468 in Afrikaans

sorg

Care.

In a sentence

Ouer moet vir hul kinders sorg.
Parents must care for their children.
Here, 'sorg' is used as a verb meaning 'to care for or take responsibility'.
Het jy gesorg dat alles gereed is?
Did you ensure that everything is ready?
In this sentence, 'sorg' implies ensuring or taking steps to prepare or guarantee a situation.
Sy het groot sorg aan haar werk bestee.
She devoted great care to her work.
Here, 'sorg' is used as a noun referring to meticulous attention or effort.

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