Sepedi Home Language - Term 2 - Week 1

Today, we will learn about our families in Sepedi. Family is very important in our culture, and knowing how to name our family members helps us communicate better. We will focus on words like 'ntate' (father), 'mme' (mother), 'ngwana' (child), 'bana' (children), and 'babo' (grandfather). Let's say these words together and practice their pronunciation.

Let's look at a picture of a family. In this picture, we see a father, a mother, and two children. We will label each person using Sepedi words. For example, the man is 'ntate', the woman is 'mme', and the children are 'bana'. This helps us understand who is who in our families.

Now, I will give you a blank family tree template. Together, we will fill in the names of family members in Sepedi. I will ask you questions like, 'Who is your father?' and you will respond with 'ntate'. Let's work together to complete this family tree and practice saying the words out loud.

For your independent practice, I want you to draw a picture of your family. Once you finish your drawing, label each family member using the Sepedi words we learned today. You can use 'ntate' for your father, 'mme' for your mother, and 'ngwana' for yourself. Be creative and have fun with your drawings!

• ntate
• mme
• bana
• babo

Answer: mme

In Sepedi, 'mme' means mother.

• ngwana
• bana
• ntate
• mme

Answer: ngwana

'Ngwana' is the word for child in Sepedi.

• mother
• father
• grandfather
• child

Answer: grandfather

'Babo' refers to grandfather in Sepedi.

Answer: ntate

'Ntate' is the Sepedi word for father.

• bana
• ngwana
• mme
• ntate

Answer: bana

'Bana' means children in Sepedi.

Answer: lapa

'Lapa' is the word for family in Sepedi.

• siblings
• children
• parents
• grandparents

Answer: children

'Bana' refers to the children of 'ntate', which means father.

Answer: mme

One example of a family member in Sepedi is 'mme', which means mother.