Usages of gou
Die droër maak 'n lawaai, maar dit droog die handdoeke gou.
The dryer makes a noise, but it dries the towels quickly.
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.
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