Setswana First Additional Language Week 10
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Today, we will learn about family members in Setswana. Family is very important in our culture, and knowing how to name each member helps us communicate better. We will learn words like 'ntate' (father), 'mme' (mother), 'ngwana' (child), and 'bana' (children). Let's practice saying these words together!
Let's create sentences using the family words we learned. For example, 'Ntate o a ja' means 'Father is eating.' Now, let's try another one: 'Mme o a ruta ngwana' which means 'Mother is teaching the child.' I will write these sentences on the board, and we will read them together.
Now, let's work in groups to create a family tree. Each group will draw a tree and label the family members using Setswana words. For example, at the top, you can write 'Ntate' and 'Mme', and then add 'Ngwana' and 'Bana' below. Once you finish, each group will present their family tree to the class, explaining who each member is.
For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your own family using the vocabulary we learned. You can write about who is in your family and what they like to do. For example, 'Ngwana o a bapala' means 'The child is playing.' Remember to use the correct Setswana words for your family members!
Answer: Mme
In Setswana, 'mme' means 'mother'.
Answer: Bana
'Bana' is the Setswana term for 'children'.
Answer: Ntate o a dira.
The correct translation is 'Ntate o a dira', meaning 'Father is working'.
Answer: Child
'Ngwana' translates to 'child' in Setswana.
Answer: Sister is 'sister' in Setswana.
The word 'sister' is borrowed and used as is in Setswana.
Answer: Mokhulu
'Mokhulu' means 'grandparent' and is not a direct family member like the others.
Answer: Mme o a ja.
The sentence 'Mme o a ja' means 'Mother is eating'.
Answer: Ntate wa me
'Ntate wa me' means 'My father' in Setswana.