Die kilometerlesing is op die vorm.

The odometer reading is on the form.

Breakdown of Die kilometerlesing is op die vorm.

• wees: to be
• op: on
• die vorm: the form
• die kilometerlesing: the odometer reading

Questions & Answers about Die kilometerlesing is op die vorm.

What does kilometerlesing mean exactly?

Kilometerlesing is a compound noun:

• kilometer = kilometer
• lesing = reading

So together it means kilometer reading or odometer reading, depending on context. In everyday English, the most natural translation is often odometer reading if you are talking about a vehicle.

Why is Die used twice in Die kilometerlesing is op die vorm?

Both instances of die mean the.

• Die kilometerlesing = The kilometer reading
• op die vorm = on the form

Afrikaans uses die as the definite article for singular and plural nouns, so unlike some languages, you do not have different forms for masculine, feminine, or plural the.

Is is used the same way as English is?