sien

This is the 56th most frequent Afrikaans word.


sien

"See" or "perceive with the eyes."


Here, 'sien' is used in its basic sense, meaning to perceive visually or to see.

Ek sien 'n voël in die boom.

I see a bird in the tree.


'Sien' in this context means to understand or comprehend, extending beyond just visual perception.

Ek sien nie jou punt nie.

I don't see your point.


In this case, 'sien' is used for experiencing or noticing something during an event or activity.

Ons gaan kyk wat ons die naweek kan sien.

We are going to see what we can see this weekend.