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No. 616 in Afrikaans

volle

"Volle" means "full" in English.

In a sentence

  • Die glas is vol tot op die volle kapasiteit.

    The glass is full to its complete capacity.

    The word 'volle' is used here as an adjective to describe the state of being completely filled, emphasizing the maximum limit of capacity.

  • Ons het gaan kamp in die volle maan se lig.

    We went camping in the full moon's light.

    Here, 'volle' describes the moon's state as being full, which implies it is entirely illuminated and clearly visible.

  • Hy het volle respek getoon vir die tradisie.

    He showed full respect for the tradition.

    In this case, 'volle' modifies 'respek' to intensify the level of respect shown, indicating it was complete and unreserved.

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