Sesotho Home Language - Term 4 - Week 1

Today, we will learn about our families in Sesotho. Family is very important, and knowing how to name our family members helps us talk about them. We will focus on words like 'ntate' (father), 'mme' (mother), 'moholo' (grandmother), 'moholo' (grandfather), and 'motswalle' (brother/sister). Let's say these words together and practice their pronunciation.

Let's look at some pictures of family members. I will show you a picture of a man, and you will tell me who he is in Sesotho. If I show you a picture of a woman, you will say 'mme'. This will help you remember the words better. For example, if I show you a picture of my father, I will say, 'This is my ntate.'

Now, let's create a family tree together. Each of you will draw your family members and label them in Sesotho. You can use the words we learned today. I will walk around to help you. When you finish, we will share our drawings with the class and practice saying the names in Sesotho.

For your independent practice, I want you to draw your own family tree at home. Include at least five family members and write their names in Sesotho. You can use colors and decorations to make it beautiful. Bring your drawings to class next time, and we will have a mini-exhibition!

• ntate
• mme
• moholo
• motswalle

Answer: mme

The correct answer is 'mme', which means mother in Sesotho.

• moholo
• ntate
• mme
• motswalle

Answer: moholo

'Moholo' is the Sesotho word for grandfather.

• brother
• father
• sister
• mother

Answer: father

'Ntate' translates to father in Sesotho.

Answer: motswalle

'Motswalle' means brother or sister in Sesotho.

• mme
• moholo
• ntate
• motswalle

Answer: moholo

'Moholo' is the term for grandmother.

Answer: ntate or mme or moholo or motswalle

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

• moholo
• mme
• motswalle
• ntate

Answer: motswalle

'Motswalle' can mean both brother and sister in Sesotho.

Answer: ntate

'Ntate' is the translation for father in Sesotho.