No. 935 in Afrikaans
staal
"Staal" in Afrikaans means "steel" in English.
In a sentence
Die staalskrop blink in die son.
The steel panel shines in the sun.
In this sentence, 'staal' is used to refer to the material steel, showcasing its use as a noun for the metal.
Sy het haar wilstaal gewys in moeilike tye.
She showed her strong will in difficult times.
Here, 'staal' is used metaphorically to symbolize strength or resilience, particularly in reference to a person's character.
Die vervaardiger staal die vensters met versterkte rame.
The manufacturer steels the windows with reinforced frames.
In this context, 'staal' is used as a verb meaning to make strong or to reinforce, highlighting its usage in an action-based form.
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