This is the 724th most frequent Afrikaans word.
nag
"Nag" means "night" in English.
In this sentence, 'nag' is used to denote the time of day after sunset and before sunrise.
Die sterre skyn helder in die nag.
The stars shine brightly at night.
In this example, 'nag' refers to the duration of time encompassing the overnight hours.
Sy het die hele nag lank wakker gebly.
She stayed awake the entire night.
Here, 'nag' is employed metaphorically to indicate a sense of chill or darkness.