asseblief

Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word asseblief. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word asseblief, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say asseblief in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word asseblief you have here. The definition of the word asseblief will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition ofasseblief, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.

Afrikaans

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Dutch alsjeblieft, alstublieft.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌasəˈblif/
  • Audio:(file)

Adverb

asseblief

  1. please; used to make a polite request
    Koop asseblief melk op pad terug.
    Please buy milk on the way back.
  2. please; used as an affirmative to an offer
    — Wil jy 'n glas water hê? — (Ja,) asseblief!
    — Would you like a glass of water? — (Yes,) please!

Interjection

asseblief

  1. please; an expression of annoyance or impatience
    Synonym: asseblief tog
    Ag, asseblief! Drink dit net!
    Oh, please! Just drink it!