swaar

This is the 362nd most frequent Afrikaans word.


swaar

Heavy; difficult.


Here, 'swaar' refers to physical heaviness or weight.

Die tas is baie swaar.

The suitcase is very heavy.


In this sentence, 'swaar' expresses emotional burden or sadness.

Sy het 'n swaar hart oor die verlies.

She has a heavy heart due to the loss.


Here, 'swaar' signifies difficulty or intensity in a non-physical context.

Die eksamen was 'n swaar uitdaging.

The exam was a heavy challenge.