This is the 794th most frequent Afrikaans word.
wind
The Afrikaans word "wind" means "wind" in English, referring to moving air.
Here, 'gewind' is an adjective derived from 'wind,' describing swift motion or action, showing a figurative application.
Sy het vinnig gewind om die draai.
She quickly turned around the corner.
In this usage, 'wind' again refers to moving air, and the sentence emphasizes facing or overcoming the resistance posed by it.
Hulle het die toring geklim en die wind getrotseer.
They climbed the tower and braved the wind.
In this sentence, 'wind' is used as a noun referring to the natural movement of air.