gevra

This is the 124th most frequent Afrikaans word.


gevra

Asked.


In this sentence, 'gevra' means 'asked', indicating a polite request for assistance.

Ek het hom gevra om my te help.

I asked him to help me.


Here, 'gevra' is used to mean 'asked' in relation to inquiring about the state of truth in conversation.

Sy het my gevra of ek die waarheid vertel.

She asked me if I am telling the truth.


In this example, 'gevra' serves as a past tense passive form, meaning 'was asked', implying a general or passive request made.

Ons is gevra om stil te wees tydens die vergadering.

We were asked to be quiet during the meeting.