This is the 326th most frequent Afrikaans word.
moord
The Afrikaans word "moord" means "murder" in English.
The word 'moord' in this sentence refers to the act of murder, a serious criminal offense.
Die speurder het die moord deeglik ondersoek.
The detective thoroughly investigated the murder.
Here, 'moord' is used figuratively to express something highly desirable or appealing.
Sy sê altyd dat daardie sjokolade 'n moord werd is.
She always says that that chocolate is worth a murder.
In this idiom, 'moord' is part of a figure of speech 'moord en brand', indicating intense and passionate behavior.