This is the 444th most frequent Afrikaans word.
rede
"Reason" or "cause."
Here 'rede' refers to a 'reason', indicating a justification or explanation.
Sy het 'n rede gegee vir haar afwesigheid.
She gave a reason for her absence.
In this sentence, 'rede' denotes a 'purpose' or 'cause', explaining the aim of the meeting.
Die rede vir die vergadering is om die nuwe projek te bespreek.
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the new project.
Here, 'rede' is used in the abstract sense of 'reason', signifying rational thinking or logic.