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How to Say "Stop" in Afrikaans

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Stop
"Stop" in Afrikaans 路 say it like stahp

The most natural way to say "Stop" in Afrikaans is Stop. 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

Hou op
used in more casual contexts
Stop asseblief
a polite way to ask someone to stop

When to use it

You can use 'Stop' when you want someone to halt their actions. It is direct and clear. Use it in both formal and informal situations. 'Hou op' is more casual, while 'Stop asseblief' adds politeness.

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Examples in Afrikaans

AfrikaansEnglish
Stop met ditStop that
Hou op om so hard te praatStop talking so loudly
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'stop' with 'stap', which means 'step'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Stop, 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 'stop' used in formal situations?

Yes, 'stop' is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

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