This is the 131st most frequent Afrikaans word.
vriende
"Friends"
The word 'vriende' is used to denote 'friends', referring collectively to the speaker's social circle.
My vriende en ek het gister 'n lekker piekniek gehou.
My friends and I had a nice picnic yesterday.
'Vriende' is used to describe individuals with whom one shares a mutual friendship, specifically newly formed relationships in this context.
Sy het baie nuwe vriende gemaak toe sy verhuis het.
She made many new friends when she moved.
Here, 'vriende' illustrates the concept of trusted companions who provide support during challenging times.