This is the 923rd most frequent Afrikaans word.
koronavirus
Coronavirus: A type of virus that can cause respiratory infections in humans and animals.
Here, 'koronavirus' is used as a subject noun to name the disease.
Die koronavirus is 'n aansteeklike siekte.
The coronavirus is an infectious disease.
In this sentence, 'koronavirus' is used as part of a cause-effect phrase to explain the reason for an action.
As gevolg van die koronavirus, moet ons gesigmaskers dra.
Because of the coronavirus, we need to wear face masks.
Here, 'koronavirus' is the object of a prepositional phrase, highlighting its effects.