No. 225 in Afrikaans
vlak
The Afrikaans word "vlak" means "level" or "flat" in English.
In a sentence
Die vliegtuig vlieg op 'n hoë vlak.
The airplane is flying at a high altitude.
Here, "vlak" is used to refer to an altitude or level.
Hy het 'n diep vlak van begrip getoon.
He showed a deep level of understanding.
In this sentence, "vlak" refers to the depth or degree of understanding.
Die terrein is baie vlak, wat dit ideaal maak vir sport.
The terrain is very flat, making it ideal for sports.
In this context, "vlak" describes the flatness or evenness of the terrain.
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