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In Afrikaans, "r" is the name of the letter "R" in the alphabet.

Here, 'r' is used literally as a letter in a word, suggesting a discussion about written or graphic representation.

Ek het 'n r verloor in my tekenwerk.

I lost an 'r' in my drawing.

In this context, 'r' refers to the shape of the letter formed by an object, implying a visual resemblance.

Die ou motor se enjinkap het 'n r gevorm toe dit gebuig het.

The old car's hood formed an 'r' when it bent.

Here, 'r' is used as a symbol on a map, often serving as an abbreviation or designation.

Op die kaart is die letter r langs die rivier geplaas.

On the map, the letter 'r' is placed next to the river.