isiZulu First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 7

Today, we will learn about izilwane (animals) that we can find at home. Some common animals include inja (dog), ikati (cat), and uqhwa (rabbit). We will practice saying their names in isiZulu and learn how to use them in sentences. For example, 'Inja yami iyadlala' means 'My dog is playing.'

Let’s look at some sentences together. If I say 'Ikati lami liphila kahle,' it means 'My cat is healthy.' Notice how we use 'lami' to mean 'my.' Now, let’s repeat these sentences together to practice our pronunciation.

Now, let’s work in pairs. Each pair will choose an animal and create a sentence about it. For example, if you choose 'inja,' you can say 'Inja yami iyathanda ukudlala' which means 'My dog loves to play.' After you create your sentences, we will share them with the class.

For your independent practice, draw your favorite animal at home. Below your drawing, write a sentence in isiZulu about your animal. Use the structure we practiced. For example, 'Ikati lami liyathanda ukulala' means 'My cat loves to sleep.' Once you finish, we will display your drawings on the wall.

• Ikati
• Inja
• Uqhwa
• Imvubu

Answer: Inja

Inja is the correct term for 'dog' in isiZulu.

• Cat
• Dog
• Rabbit
• Fish

Answer: Cat

Ikati means 'cat' in isiZulu.

• My rabbit is playing
• My cat is sleeping
• My dog is barking
• My fish is swimming

Answer: My rabbit is playing

The sentence translates to 'My rabbit is playing' in English.

Answer: Ikati lami liphila kahle

This is the correct translation for the sentence.

• Inja
• Ikati
• Uqhwa
• Imvubu

Answer: Imvubu

Imvubu means 'hippo' and is not a common pet.

Answer: Uqhwa

Uqhwa is the isiZulu word for 'rabbit.'

• Inja yami iyathanda ukudlala
• Ikati lami liyadlala
• Uqhwa lami uyadlala
• Inja yami iyaphila

Answer: Inja yami iyathanda ukudlala

This sentence correctly translates to 'My dog loves to play.'

Answer: Responses will vary.

Students should create their own sentences based on what they learned.