This is the 777th most frequent Afrikaans word.
paaie
The Afrikaans word "paaie" means "roads" in English.
In this context, 'paaie' refers to roads or pathways, showing a literal meaning.
Die paaie in die stad is nou redelik besig.
The roads in the city are quite busy now.
Here, 'paaie' is used metaphorically to indicate life choices or directions.
Ek het verskillende paaie in die lewe probeer.
I have tried different paths in life.
In this sentence, 'paaie' symbolizes the meeting or encountering of people in a figurative sense.