This is the 194th most frequent Afrikaans word.
vaal
Dull, pale, or grayish.
Here, 'vaal' signifies the faded and less vibrant state of clothing after sun exposure, showcasing its application in daily contexts referring to color fading.
Haar klere is vaal nadat dit sonnig uitgewit is.
Her clothes are faded after being bleached by the sun.
In this example, 'vaal' highlights how an object's quality, such as color intensity, fades over time, illustrating temporal effects on appearance using this term.
Die ou foto is vaal en vervaag oor die jare.
The old photo is pale and has blurred over the years.
In this sentence, 'vaal' describes the sky's dull and faded appearance, indicating its usage as an adjective referring to a muted or lackluster color.