This is the 984th most frequent Afrikaans word.
beloof
Promise.
Here, 'beloof' is used as a verb meaning 'promise' to indicate a commitment or assurance.
Ek beloof om te help.
I promise to help.
In this example, 'beloof' is transformed into 'belofte', which is a noun meaning 'promise', referencing an agreement or assurance.
Sy het haar belofte gehou.
She kept her promise.
Here, 'beloof' as a verb means 'pledge' or 'promise', indicating a formal or serious commitment.