mev

This is the 772nd most frequent Afrikaans word.


mev

The Afrikaans word "mev" is an abbreviation for "mevrou," which means "Mrs." in English.


Used as a formal title for a married woman.

Mev. van der Merwe het gesê sy sal môre by die vergadering wees.

Mrs. van der Merwe said she will be at the meeting tomorrow.


Used in direct address when asking about or talking to a married woman.

Kan ek met mev. Joubert praat, asseblief?

Can I speak with Mrs. Joubert, please?


The title is used to introduce someone's profession or status.

Mevrou Smith is 'n onderwyseres by die plaaslike skool.

Mrs. Smith is a teacher at the local school.