Afrikaans Greetings and Farewells

Afrikaans Greetings and Farewells

Assessment

Interactive Video

World Languages, Fun, Life Skills

3rd - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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This video tutorial introduces common Afrikaans greetings and farewells. It covers informal greetings like 'hallo' and formal greetings such as 'goeie dag', 'goeie morgen', 'goeie middag', and 'goeie naand', depending on the time of day. The lesson also explains how to say goodbye in both formal ('tot ziens') and informal ('lakker dag', 'bye') contexts. Anne-Marie provides tips for informal greetings, such as using hugs or handshakes. The video concludes with a preview of the next lesson, which will cover the phrase 'praat je Engels'.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the informal way to greet someone in Afrikaans?

Goeie dag

Hallo

Tot ziens

Lakker dag

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which greeting is used in Afrikaans during the morning?

Hallo

Goeie morgen

Goeie middag

Goeie naand

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'Goeie naand' mean in English?

Good night

Good evening

Good afternoon

Good morning

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do Afrikaaners say goodbye in a formal setting?

Hallo

Tot ziens

Lakker dag

Bye

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the informal farewell phrase used among friends in Afrikaans?

Lakker dag

Goeie dag

Goeie naand

Tot ziens

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a time-specific greeting in Afrikaans?

Goeie naand

Hallo

Goeie middag

Goeie dag

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common informal gesture among Afrikaaners when greeting?

Nodding

Firm handshake

Quick hug

Waving

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do if you're unsure about greeting someone informally?

Give a quick hug

Wave

Stick out your hand for a handshake

Ignore

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What will be covered in the next Afrikaans lesson?

Thanking people

Common greetings

The phrase 'praat je Engels'

Farewell phrases