This is the 936th most frequent Afrikaans word.
stilte
Silence; quietness; stillness.
Here, 'stilte' refers to the absence of noise or sound, emphasizing a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
Die stilte van die oggend is kalmerend.
The silence of the morning is calming.
In this sentence, 'stilte' is used to indicate a period of quietness or lack of conversation that is interrupted by the shouting.
Hy skree hard om die stilte te verbreek.
He shouts loudly to break the silence.
Here, 'stilte' represents a state of quietness being requested or sought to facilitate concentration or order.