No. 361 in Afrikaans
stad
City.
In a sentence
Die stad is pragtig in die aand.
The city is beautiful in the evening.
Here, 'stad' is used as a noun referring to an urban area or city.
Ons sal stad ry om by die huis aan te kom.
We will drive slowly to arrive home.
Here, 'stad' is used as an adverb meaning 'slowly'.
Die stad van ons drome sal 'n vreedsame plek wees.
The city of our dreams will be a peaceful place.
Here, 'stad' again refers to a city, but it conveys a metaphorical or idealized meaning.
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