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How to Say "Delicious" in Afrikaans

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
lekker
"Delicious" in Afrikaans 路 say it like lek-ker

The most natural way to say "Delicious" in Afrikaans is lekker. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

heerlik
more formal, often used in dining contexts
smakelijk
used when referring to food, especially before a meal

When to use it

You can use 'lekker' to describe food that tastes good or is enjoyable. It is also used more broadly to express that something is nice or pleasant. It is a very common word in everyday conversation among Afrikaans speakers.

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Examples in Afrikaans

AfrikaansEnglish
Die kos is baie lekker.The food is very delicious.
Ek het 'n lekker tyd gehad.I had a nice time.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'lekker' with 'lekkerlik', which is not commonly used.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear lekker, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Afrikaans with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'lekker' only used for food?

'Lekker' can describe anything that is nice or enjoyable, not just food.

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