South African History Terms

noun africanderism - a term referring to the political and cultural ideologies associated with Afrikaners in South Africa

• Africanderism is a political ideology that promotes the interests of Afrikaners in South Africa.
• Some people believe Africanderism is outdated and no longer relevant in modern South Africa.
• I don't really care about all that Africanderism stuff, it's all politics anyway.
• In a figurative sense, Africanderism can be seen as a symbol of resistance and cultural pride.

noun a member of the white Afrikaans-speaking population of South Africa, descended from Dutch, French, and German settlers

• The Afrikaner community played a significant role in shaping the history of South Africa.
• I have a few Afrikaner friends who are really proud of their heritage.
• Some people mistakenly think all Afrikaners are the same, but that's not true.
• The Afrikaner spirit of resilience and determination is truly inspiring.

noun a term referring to the cultural, social, and political identity or characteristics of Afrikaners, a South African ethnic group with Dutch, German, and French Huguenot roots

• Afrikanerdom is a term used to describe the cultural, social, and political aspects of the Afrikaner people in South Africa.
• Many Afrikaners take pride in their Afrikanerdom and heritage.
• Some people have misconceptions about Afrikanerdom and what it represents.
• The influence of Afrikanerdom can still be felt in modern South African society.