Usages of net
Ek verkies die beste opsie, nie net die goedkoopste nie.
I prefer the best option, not just the cheapest.
Ek eet net vleis.
I only eat meat.
Sy bel weer, maar die selfoon bly stil; ek hoor net my broer lag.
She calls again, but the cellphone remains silent; I only hear my brother laugh.
Sy skink melk oor haar eiers, maar ek gebruik net sout en peper.
She pours milk over her eggs, but I use only salt and pepper.
As die spyskaart te lank is, kies ek net koffie en ’n klein ontbyt.
If the menu is too long, I choose only coffee and a small breakfast.
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