Afrikaans Word of the Day
loop
/LOOP/ • verb — 19th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: to walk; to go on foot; also to run/function (for machines or processes)
Examples
- Ek loop elke oggend na die werk.
(I walk to work every morning.) - Sy loop vinnig in die park.
(She walks quickly in the park.) - Die wasmasjien loop nie reg nie.
(The washing machine is not working properly.)
Synonyms
- stap
- gaan
Use 'loop' for ordinary walking (similar to 'stap'), and also for saying that a machine or process is running (e.g., 'dit loop goed' = 'it's going well'). In past contexts you'll see forms like 'het geloop' (has/had walked). 'Stel stap' often implies a more relaxed walk; 'loop' is more general.
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