This is the 155th most frequent Afrikaans word.
gesin
A "gesin" is a nuclear family.
In this instance, 'gesin' highlights individual households or familial groups in a general context.
Elke gesin het hul eie tradisies met Kersfees.
Each family has its own traditions during Christmas.
Here, 'gesinne' is the plural form of 'gesin', indicating multiple families.
Die nuwe wet skep uitdagings vir gesinne in landelike gebiede.
The new law creates challenges for families in rural areas.
Here, 'gesin' refers to a family unit that one belongs to, typically composed of parents and children living together in a household.