This is the 452nd most frequent Afrikaans word.
volkies
The Afrikaans word "volkies" means "little nations" or "small peoples" in English.
Here, 'volkies' is used to denote small groups of people, often in a collective and endearing sense.
Die kleine volkies speel gelukkig in die tuin.
The small groups of people play happily in the garden.
Here, 'volkies' refers to herds of animals, demonstrating its flexible usage beyond human references.
Die volkies van vee versamel rondom die dam.
The herds of cattle gather around the dam.
In this context, 'volkies' means small or old communities, indicating a historical or nostalgic sentiment.