isiNdebele First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 4

Today, we will learn about different animals in isiNdebele. Animals are important in our lives, and knowing their names helps us communicate better. We will look at pictures of animals and learn how to say their names in isiNdebele. For example, 'inja' means dog, and 'ikati' means cat. Let’s practice saying these words together!

I will show you a picture of a lion. Can anyone tell me what a lion is called in isiNdebele? Yes, it is 'ingwe'. Now, let’s look at another animal, the elephant. In isiNdebele, we say 'iphala'. Let’s repeat these words together: ingwe, iphala. Great job! Remember, saying the words out loud helps us remember them better.

Now, I will make the sound of an animal, and I want you to guess which animal it is. (Make the sound of a cow.) What animal makes this sound? Yes, it is a cow! In isiNdebele, we say 'inkomo'. Let’s try another one. (Make the sound of a cat.) What about this one? Correct! It is a cat, 'ikati'. Let’s practice these together, and I will show you the pictures as we go along.

Now it’s your turn! I have some pictures of animals and their names in isiNdebele. You will match the picture with the correct name. For example, if you have a picture of a dog, you will find the word 'inja' and draw a line to connect them. After you finish, we will share our matches with the class. This will help us remember the names better!

• inja
• ikati
• iphala
• ingwe

Answer: ikati

In isiNdebele, 'ikati' means cat.

• Dog
• Lion
• Elephant
• Cat

Answer: Lion

'Ingwe' refers to a lion in isiNdebele.

Answer: Moo

Cows make a 'moo' sound.

• iphala
• inkomo
• inja
• ingwe

Answer: inja

'Inja' is the isiNdebele word for dog.

Answer: Elephant

'Iphala' means elephant in isiNdebele.

• Cat
• Dog
• Cow
• Lion

Answer: Cow

'Inkomo' refers to a cow in isiNdebele.

Answer: Ingwe

'Ingwe' is the isiNdebele word for lion.

• Moo
• Meow
• Bark
• Roar

Answer: Meow

Cats make a 'meow' sound.