This is the 901st most frequent Afrikaans word.
dames
Ladies.
Here, 'dames' is used as the subject, referring to a group of women formally.
Die dames was almal tevrede met die besluit.
The ladies were all satisfied with the decision.
In this instance, 'dames' is used as a salutation addressing women in a formal context.
Dames en here, welkom by die vertoning.
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the show.
Here, 'dames' is used to describe the target group of adult women for the products offered.