This is the 454th most frequent Afrikaans word.
behoorlik
Proper or appropriate.
In this sentence, 'behoorlik' means 'properly,' indicating that something was done correctly and appropriately according to standards.
Die projek is behoorlik voltooi.
The project is properly completed.
Here, 'behoorlik' is used to mean 'adequately' or 'nutritiously,' emphasizing the quality of her eating habits.
Sy moet behoorlik eet om energie te hê.
She needs to eat properly to have energy.
In this example, 'behoorlik' conveys the sense of 'appropriately' or 'formally,' fitting the social context of introductions.