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How to Say "Well done" in Afrikaans

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
goed gedoen
"Well done" in Afrikaans 路 say it like khud khuh-doon

The most natural way to say "Well done" in Afrikaans is goed gedoen. 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

baie goed
used to emphasize the praise
uitstekend
more formal, often used in professional settings

When to use it

You can use 'goed gedoen' to praise someone for completing a task successfully. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. Use it when you want to encourage someone or acknowledge their effort.

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Examples in Afrikaans

AfrikaansEnglish
Jy het dit goed gedoen!You did well!
Common mistake
Learners often confuse it with 'goed', which is just 'good' and lacks the praise aspect.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear goed gedoen, 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

When should I use 'goed gedoen'?

Use it when someone has accomplished something noteworthy, like finishing a project or helping out.

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