This is the 385th most frequent Afrikaans word.
poging
Attempt.
The word 'poging' is used here as a noun meaning 'attempt', referring to the effort made by a person to achieve something specific.
Hy het 'n poging aangewend om die probleem op te los.
He made an attempt to solve the problem.
The word 'pogings' is the plural form of 'poging', implying multiple attempts or continuous effort in the context of striving for improvement.
Sy pogings om 'n goeie sporter te wees, het resultate opgelewer.
Her efforts to be a good athlete yielded results.
Here, 'poging' signifies a notable or commendable effort within the context of addressing an issue.