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How to Say "Good evening" in Afrikaans

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Goeie naand
"Good evening" in Afrikaans 路 say it like hoo-ee-eh nahnd

The most natural way to say "Good evening" in Afrikaans is Goeie naand. 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

Goeie aand
a slightly more formal version

When to use it

You can use this greeting in social settings during the evening. It is appropriate for both formal and informal occasions. Use it when you meet someone after sunset or when it starts getting dark.

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Examples in Afrikaans

AfrikaansEnglish
Goeie naand, hoe gaan dit met jou?Good evening, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'naand' with 'aand', but 'naand' is the correct term for evening.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Goeie naand, 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 'Goeie naand' used in all parts of South Africa?

Yes, it is commonly used across different regions.

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