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Beginner Afrikaans · Lesson 1 ·20 min

I brought the salad.

A courtyard braai, a basil plant and your first real conversation. Learn to greet someone, ask how they are and navigate the serving table.

1Watch

Speak in the first pause. Listen, then repeat in the second.Watch on YouTube ↗

By the end, you’ll have practised
  • Greet someone and ask how they are
  • Answer warmly and return the question
  • Request food, accept or decline politely
  • Thank someone and say goodbye
2Practice
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The host opens the gate. Which greeting starts your conversation?

A fresh practice each time. Your answers are not saved.

3Remember
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meat, please (a request)

Vleis, asseblief.

Asking the host for meat at the serving table.Afrikaans · Lesson 1