This is the 400th most frequent Afrikaans word.
deure
The Afrikaans word "deure" means "doors" in English.
The word 'deure' is used to denote the physical doors of a building.
Die deure van die huis is oop.
The doors of the house are open.
Here, 'deure' is metaphorically used to indicate opportunities.
Die geprate oor daardie voorstel maak nuwe deure oop.
The discussions about that proposal open new doors.
In this context, 'deure' refers again to physical doors, emphasizing the action on them.