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How to Say "Sweet dreams" in Afrikaans

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
soet drome
"Sweet dreams" in Afrikaans 路 say it like soo-et droh-meh

The most natural way to say "Sweet dreams" in Afrikaans is soet drome. 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

lekker drome
more casual and commonly used among friends

When to use it

You can say 'soet drome' when you are bidding someone goodnight. It is a warm and friendly way to wish someone pleasant dreams. This phrase is often used among family and friends.

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Examples in Afrikaans

AfrikaansEnglish
Ek hoop jy het soet drome vanaand.I hope you have sweet dreams tonight.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'soet drome' with 'soet drom', which means 'sweet drum' instead.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a formal way to say 'sweet dreams'?

No, 'soet drome' is the standard way used in both formal and informal contexts.

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