In the South African Dutch Reformed Church tradition, Nachtmaal (literally 'night meal') is the Afrikaans term for the Eucharist or Holy Communion.
In the South African Dutch Reformed Church tradition, Nachtmaal (literally 'night meal') is the Afrikaans term for the Eucharist or Holy Communion. Historically, Nachtmaal was also a major social and religious gathering in Boer farm communities — held quarterly, it was one of the few occasions when isolated rural Afrikaner families came together, making it both a religious and community event.
Nachtmaal means: In the South African Dutch Reformed Church tradition, Nachtmaal is the Afrikaans term for the Eucharist or Holy Communion. Historically, Nachtmaal was also a major social and religious gathering in. The word is mostly archaic or historical; you will only encounter it in old texts, period drama, or school history rather than current teen conversation. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour.
Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.
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(Christianity, historical) A symbolic communal meal held by early Christians in commemoration of the eucharist.
(Christianity) A religious service held by Moravians, Methodists and some other group, in imitation of such gatherings, characterised by partaking in a simple meal.
(South Africa) cornmeal.
(South Africa) An ear or kernel of maize; in plural as mass noun: maize, corn.
The whole farm came to town for Nachtmaal and they hadn't all been together since the previous season.
Nachtmaal means: In the South African Dutch Reformed Church tradition, Nachtmaal is the Afrikaans term for the Eucharist or Holy Communion. Historically, Nachtmaal was also a major social and religious gathering in. The word is mostly archaic or historical; you will only encounter it in old texts, period drama, or school history rather than current teen conversation. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour.
Nachtmaal means: In the South African Dutch Reformed Church tradition, Nachtmaal is the Afrikaans term for the Eucharist or Holy Communion. Historically, Nachtmaal was also a major social and. Register: informal, South African English. Often not understood outside its region; gloss the word on first use when writing for an international audience. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.
(South Africa) Eucharist.