ontvang

This is the 79th most frequent Afrikaans word.


ontvang

"Receive"


The word 'ontvang' is used here to mean 'received', referring to accepting or coming into possession of something.

Ek het vandag 'n geskenk ontvang.

I received a gift today.


In this case, 'ontvang' refers to a hospitable welcome or reception of people.

Die gaste word hartlik ontvang by die hotel.

The guests are warmly welcomed at the hotel.


The word 'ontvang' is used here in the context of technology, meaning the reception or picking up of signals.

Die satelliet kan seinse vanaf die ruimte ontvang.

The satellite can receive signals from space.