This is the 244th most frequent Afrikaans word.
hand
"Hand" in Afrikaans means "hand" in English.
The word 'hand' is used in the literal sense referring to the body part.
Hy steek sy hand uit om die kind op te help.
He extends his hand to help the child up.
The word 'hand' is used metaphorically to indicate guidance or control.
Die ouers moet hul kinders met 'n ferm hand lei.
The parents must guide their children with a firm hand.
The word 'hand' is used to indicate possession or control over an item.