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How to Say "I hate you" in Afrikaans

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ek haat jou
"I hate you" in Afrikaans 路 say it like ehk hah-t yoh

The most natural way to say "I hate you" in Afrikaans is Ek haat jou. 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

Ek kan jou nie uitstaan nie
A more casual way to express strong dislike
Ek het 'n afkeer van jou
A more formal way to express dislike

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express strong negative feelings towards someone. It is quite direct and can be hurtful, so be cautious about when and how you use it. It is often used in heated arguments or when someone feels betrayed.

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Examples in Afrikaans

AfrikaansEnglish
Ek haat jou vir wat jy gedoen het.I hate you for what you did.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'haat' with 'haat nie', which changes the meaning to a more neutral statement.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ek haat jou, 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 dit altyd verkeerd om te s锚 'Ek haat jou'?

Ja, dit is 'n baie sterk en negatiewe uitspraak, en dit kan mense se gevoelens seergemaak.

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