This is the 156th most frequent Afrikaans word.
lê
"Lie" or "lay."
Here, 'lê' is used to show the state of the book being placed on the surface of the table.
Die boek lê op die tafel.
The book lies on the table.
In this context, 'lê' describes the act of producing eggs by the hen.
Die hoender lê eiers in die nes.
The hen lays eggs in the nest.
Here, 'lê' conveys the action of lying down in a relaxed posture.