This is the 605th most frequent Afrikaans word.
leef
Live.
Here, 'leef' is used as a verb meaning 'to live' in a vibrant and intentional manner.
Jy moet jou lewe voluit leef.
You must live your life to the fullest.
Here, 'leef' describes the natural habitat and life condition of the fish, again serving as a verb.
Die vis leef in varswater.
The fish lives in freshwater.
In this sentence, 'leef' refers to the state of being alive, functioning as a verb meaning 'to live'.