This is the 430th most frequent Afrikaans word.
kriel
Small or bantam (usually referring to chickens).
In this sentence, 'kriel' is used to refer to a type or characteristic of chickens, meaning they are small or bantam in stature.
Die hoenders in die agterplaas het kriel geword.
The chickens in the backyard have become bantams.
'Kriel' in this context expresses abundance, indicating that the garden is full or covered with flowers.
Die tuin is kriel met blommetjies na die reën.
The garden is teeming with flowers after the rain.
Here, 'kriel' describes the physical action of crouching or squatting.