ek sal jou wen
The English phrase "I will beat you" can be translated into Afrikaans as ek sal jou wen.
This phrase is used to state that you will defeat someone during a game or a competition.
Did you know?
- Although English speakers say they will 'beat' someone, saying ek sal jou slaan in Afrikaans would actually mean you intend to physically hit them.
- The word wen comes from an ancient root meaning 'to desire' or 'to love', suggesting that winning is driven by an inner longing.
Examples in context
- Ek sal jou verslaan in die komende stryd.I will beat you in the upcoming battle.
- Ek sal jou wen in hierdie wedloop.I will beat you in this race.
- Moenie bang wees nie, ek sal jou wen.Don't be afraid, I will beat you.
Example conversation
Anika and Pieter are playing a game of cards.
- AnikaMoenie dink jy kan wen nie.Don't think you can win.
- PieterJy is baie selfversekerd, Anika.You are very confident, Anika.
- AnikaEk weet, want ek sal jou wen.I know, because I will beat you.
- PieterOns sal sien wie wen.We shall see who wins.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ek, jou, sal, wen, CC BY-SA 4.0.
