This is the 225th most frequent Afrikaans word.
vlak
The Afrikaans word "vlak" means "level" or "flat" in English.
Here, "vlak" is used to refer to an altitude or level.
Die vliegtuig vlieg op 'n hoë vlak.
The airplane is flying at a high altitude.
In this sentence, "vlak" refers to the depth or degree of understanding.
Hy het 'n diep vlak van begrip getoon.
He showed a deep level of understanding.
In this context, "vlak" describes the flatness or evenness of the terrain.