toon

This is the 424th most frequent Afrikaans word.


toon

"Toon" in Afrikaans means "toe" or "display/show" depending on context.


Here, 'toon' is used as a verb meaning 'to display' or 'to show'.

Sy toon groot respek teenoor ander.

She shows great respect towards others.


In this sentence, 'toon' refers to a musical tone or note.

Hy bespeel 'n toon van die klavier.

He plays a note on the piano.


Here, 'toon' again acts as a verb implying 'to exhibit' or 'to indicate'.

Haar houding toon selfvertroue.

Her attitude demonstrates confidence.