gelykheid
Gelykheid is the Afrikaans word for equality. It refers to the state of being equal in status, rights, opportunities, or treatment.
The term comes from Dutch gelijkheid, from gelijk meaning equal; the suffix -heid forms abstract nouns.
In law and politics, gelykheid is central, with phrases such as gelykheid voor die wet (equality before
Gelykheid is often contrasted with ekwiteit (equity), which emphasizes fair outcomes and may justify differential treatment
In South Africa, gelykheid is a constitutional value. The Constitution prohibits unfair discrimination and promotes human
In mathematics, gelykheid is also used to indicate equality between two expressions or values.