okei
The English phrase 'ok' is translated into Afrikaans as okei.
okei is used to express acknowledgement or acceptance.
Meaning: acknowledgement or acceptance (intj)
Did you know?
- In South African English, which heavily influences Afrikaans slang, 'ok' can sometimes be replaced by the word 'lekker' to signify that something is 'ok' or even better, 'great'.
- When okei is used as a question okei?, the rising intonation can transform the meaning from 'is that alright?' to a subtle demand for compliance.
- While okei is standard, Afrikaans speakers often use the word reg to mean 'ok'. Literally meaning 'right' or 'straight', reg is the more natural choice for confirming a plan.
Examples in context
- Jy kan begin met die projek. Alles is in orde.You may start the project. Everything is ok.
- Ek sal die dokumente soos gevra stuur. Geen probleem nie.I will send the documents as requested. No problem.
- Kom ons gaan fliek toe? – Reg!Let's go to the movies? – Ok!
- Gaan jy vanaand saam braai? – Goed, ek sal daar wees.Are you coming to the barbecue tonight? – Ok, I'll be there.
- Okei, ek sal dit doen.Okei, I will do it.
- Dit is okei met my.That is okay with me.
- Okei, sien jou later.Okei, see you later.
Example conversation
Andries and Marelize are discussing plans for the weekend.
- AndriesKan ons môre gaan fliek?Can we go to the movies tomorrow?
- MarelizeOkei, dit klink lekker.Okei, that sounds nice.
- AndriesEk sal die kaartjies koop.I will buy the tickets.
- MarelizeDankie, Andries.Thanks, Andries.
