This is the 275th most frequent Afrikaans word.
boek
Book.
In this sentence, 'boek' is used as a noun meaning a physical or conceptual book.
Ek lees 'n interessante boek.
I am reading an interesting book.
Here, 'boek' is used as a verb meaning to reserve or arrange for something, typically a room or ticket.
Ek boek 'n kamer vir die aand.
I book a room for the evening.
In this context, 'boek' refers to a journal or record book used for documentation.