Usages of terug
As jy nie die pad onthou nie, loop reguit terug na die winkel en vra vir hulp.
If you do not remember the way, walk straight back to the store and ask for help.
Die hond hardloop terug huis toe wanneer hy die hek oop sien.
The dog runs back home when he sees the gate open.
Miskien kom sy later terug om die kas reg te maak.
Maybe she will come back later to fix the cupboard.
Wanneer ek honger is, maak ek gou 'n toebroodjie en sit die botter terug in die yskas.
When I am hungry, I quickly make a sandwich and put the butter back in the refrigerator.
Test yourself: What does terug mean?
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