No. 274 in Afrikaans
venter
A "venter" in Afrikaans refers to a "belly" or "abdomen."
In a sentence
Die venter verkoop vrugte by die mark.
The vendor sells fruits at the market.
Here, 'venter' is used to mean 'vendor', referring to a person who sells goods.
Die jong venter leer vinnig hoe om te hanteer.
The young boy quickly learns how to handle it.
In this context, 'venter' refers to a young boy or a fellow, often informally.
Ons gebruik ons nuwe venter-sleepwa om die kamp toe te gaan.
We use our new utility trailer to go to the camp.
Here, 'venter' refers to a specific brand or type of utility trailer, demonstrating its use as a brand name that has become synonymous with similar products.
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