Afrikaans is a West Germanic language spoken in South Africa, Namibia, Eswatini, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Lesotho. It is the third most widely spoken language in South Africa, after English and Zulu. Afrikaans is descended from Dutch, and it has been influenced by a number of other languages, including English, French, Portuguese, and various Bantu languages.
Afrikaans is a relatively young language, having developed in the 17th century. It was originally spoken by the Cape Dutch, who were descendants of Dutch, German, and French settlers. Afrikaans gradually spread throughout South Africa, and it is now spoken by people of all races and ethnicities.
Afrikaans is a very expressive language, with a rich vocabulary and a complex grammar. It is a beautiful language that is well worth learning.