This is the 130th most frequent Afrikaans word.
sluit
"Sluit" means "close" or "lock" in English.
In this sentence, "sluit" is used to mean 'lock,' referring to securing a door with a key or mechanism.
Ek sluit die deur elke aand op slot.
I lock the door every night.
Here, "sluit" means 'includes,' referring to encompassing or involving within something.
Die nuwe plan sluit alle werknemers in.
The new plan includes all employees.
In this context, "sluit af" refers to bringing something to a conclusion or ending, particularly in a procedural or formal setting.