No. 390 in Afrikaans
vorm
"Vorm" in Afrikaans means "form" or "shape" in English.
In a sentence
Die kunstenaar gebruik klei om 'n nuwe vorm te skep.
The artist uses clay to create a new shape.
In this sentence, 'vorm' is used to mean 'shape,' referring to the physical design or structure created by the artist.
Die vulkaniese aktiwiteit het oor duisende jare hierdie geologiese vorm geskep.
The volcanic activity formed this geological structure over thousands of years.
Here, 'vorm' refers to a natural geological structure, emphasizing its physical aspect.
Leer meer oor die beskermende vorm van hierdie wet.
Learn more about the protective nature of this law.
In this context, 'vorm' conveys the concept of 'nature' or 'aspect,' highlighting the protective character of the law.
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