Ek loop na die groot huis.

I walk to the big house.

Breakdown of Ek loop na die groot huis.

• ek: I
• groot: big
• die: the
• die huis: the house
• loop: to walk
• na: to

Questions & Answers about Ek loop na die groot huis.

Why do we use Ek loop instead of something like Ek gaan?

In Afrikaans, Ek loop specifically conveys the action of walking. Ek gaan generally means “I am going,” which could imply any mode of travel or movement. Using Ek loop clarifies that you’re walking on foot.

What is the function of na in the sentence?

Na acts as a preposition meaning “to” in this context. It indicates direction or destination (in this case, “to the big house”).

Why is die used before groot huis?

Die is the definite article in Afrikaans, similar to “the” in English. It specifies a particular house rather than any random house.

Why does groot come before huis?

In Afrikaans, adjectives typically come before the nouns they describe, much like in English (e.g., “big house”). Groot is placed before huis to modify it.

Are there any other common ways to say you’re walking in Afrikaans?

You could use Ek wandel or Ek stap, but those can have slightly different connotations (for example, wandel often implies a more leisurely walk). Ek loop is the most direct way to say “I walk.”