This is the 268th most frequent Afrikaans word.
omstandighede
"Omstandighede" means "circumstances" in English.
Here, 'omstandighede' refers to the conditions or factors related to the event.
Die omstandighede rondom die ongeluk was verskriklik.
The circumstances surrounding the accident were terrible.
In this sentence, 'omstandighede' indicates the challenging situations or environments.
Hy funksioneer goed onder moeilike omstandighede.
He functions well under difficult circumstances.
Here, 'omstandighede' is used to describe favorable conditions enabling a positive outcome.