This is the 696th most frequent Afrikaans word.
mall
The Afrikaans word "mall" means "crazy" or "mad" in English.
In this sentence, "mall" refers to a shopping center where people purchase items.
Hy gaan na die mall om inkopies te doen.
He goes to the mall to shop.
Here, "mall" is used colloquially to mean crazy or silly, showcasing a metaphorical use.
Sy idee is absoluut mall!
His idea is absolutely crazy!
In this context, "mall" expresses a state of being overwhelmed or thrown off balance emotionally.