Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 1

Today, we will learn about our family members in Sepedi. Family is very important to us, and knowing how to name our family members in Sepedi helps us communicate better. We will focus on words like 'ntate' (father), 'mme' (mother), 'ngwana' (child), 'bana' (children), and 'mohlathe' (sibling). Let's start by repeating these words together.

Let's look at some pictures of family members. I will show you a picture of a father, and you will say 'ntate'. Then, I will show you a picture of a mother, and you will say 'mme'. We will practice this with all the family members we have learned today. Remember to use your voices loudly and clearly!

Now, let's create a family tree together. I will provide you with a large paper and crayons. You will draw your family members and label them in Sepedi. For example, if you draw your father, write 'ntate' next to his picture. I will walk around to help you with the spelling and pronunciation.

For your independent practice, you will receive a worksheet with pictures of family members. Your task is to match the pictures with the correct Sepedi words. Once you finish, you can color the pictures. This will help you remember the words better!

• ntate
• mme
• ngwana
• bana

Answer: mme

In Sepedi, 'mme' means mother.

• bana
• ngwana
• ntate
• mohlathe

Answer: ngwana

'Ngwana' is the word for child in Sepedi.

• siblings
• children
• parents
• friends

Answer: children

'Bana' translates to children in Sepedi.

• mme
• ntate
• ngwana
• mohlathe

Answer: ntate

'Ntate' is the word for father in Sepedi.

Answer: mohlathe

'Mohlathe' means sibling in Sepedi.

Answer: bana

'Bana' is the word for children in Sepedi.

Answer: ntate or mme or ngwana or bana or mohathe

Any of these words are correct as they refer to family members.

• bana
• ntate
• mme
• lapa

Answer: lapa

'Lapa' is the word for family in Sepedi.