This is the 547th most frequent Afrikaans word.
toestand
"Toestand" means "condition" or "state" in English.
In this context, 'toestand' refers to the current state or condition of the weather, emphasizing the dynamic nature of weather patterns.
Die toestand van die weer het skielik verander.
The condition of the weather changed suddenly.
Here, 'toestand' denotes an individual's health condition, commonly used in medical or health-related discussions.
Sy mediese toestand is ernstig en vereis onmiddelike aandag.
His medical condition is serious and requires immediate attention.
In this usage, 'toestand' represents the current state or context of a situation, in this case, the political situation in a country.