This is the 265th most frequent Afrikaans word.
ernstige
Serious.
In this sentence, 'ernstige' describes the severity or importance of the problem.
Hy het 'n ernstige probleem opgelos.
He solved a serious problem.
Here, 'ernstige' emphasizes the deep or sincere level of interest she has in art.
Sy het 'n ernstige belangstelling in kuns.
She has a serious interest in art.
In this context, 'ernstige' conveys the gravity or significance of the issue being addressed.