This is the 157th most frequent Afrikaans word.
toneel
"Toneel" means "theater" or "drama" in English.
Here, 'toneel' refers to a 'scene,' as in a portion or section of a movie or play.
Die toneel in die film was baie intens.
The scene in the film was very intense.
Here, 'toneel' is used as part of 'toneelstuk,' which translates to 'play' or 'drama,' indicating a scripted performance.
Ons het 'n toneelstuk by die skool opgevoer.
We performed a play at school.
In this context, 'toneel' means 'theater' or the performative aspect of acting.