Sepedi Home Language - Term 3 - Week 1

Today, we will learn about family members 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), and 'bana' (children). Let's start by repeating these words together.

I will show you pictures of different family members. For example, here is a picture of a father. This is 'ntate'. Now, let's say it together: 'ntate'. Great! Now, here is a picture of a mother. This is 'mme'. Let's repeat: 'mme'. We will continue this with all the family members.

Now, let's work together! I will call out a family member in Sepedi, and you will point to the correct picture on the board. For example, if I say 'ngwana', you will point to the picture of the child. Let's practice this as a class, and then I will let you work in pairs to quiz each other.

For your independent activity, I want you to draw your family. Once you have drawn your family members, label each one using the Sepedi words we learned today. For example, if you draw your father, write 'ntate' next to his picture. This will help you remember the words better.

• ntate
• mme
• ngwana
• bana

Answer: mme

In Sepedi, 'mme' means mother.

• bana
• ngwana
• ntate
• mme

Answer: bana

'Bana' is the plural form for children in Sepedi.

• ngwana
• mme
• ntate
• bana

Answer: ntate

'Ntate' translates to father in Sepedi.

Answer: ngwana

'Ngwana' is the word for child in Sepedi.

• mme
• ntate
• motho
• ngwana

Answer: motho

'Motho' means person, not a specific family member.

Answer: bana

'Bana' can refer to siblings as well as children.

• bana
• ntate le mme
• ngwana
• motho

Answer: ntate le mme

'Ntate le mme' means father and mother, referring to parents.

Answer: Ke rata leloko la ka.

This is how you express love for your family in Sepedi.