This is the 325th most frequent Afrikaans word.
krag
Power; strength; force.
The word 'krag' is used to describe the physical strength or force of the wind.
Die wind het groot krag vanoggend gehad.
The wind had great strength this morning.
Here, 'krag' refers to emotional or mental strength to overcome challenges.
Sy het die krag gevind om aan te hou, ten spyte van die moeilikhede.
She found the strength to continue, despite the difficulties.
In this context, 'krag' is used to refer to electrical power necessary to operate machinery.