Setswana First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 1

Today, we will learn about family members in Setswana. 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 'banna' (brothers). Let's say these words together and practice their pronunciation.

Let's look at some pictures of family members. For example, if I show you a picture of a father, I will say 'ntate'. Can you repeat after me? 'Ntate'. Now, if I show you a picture of a mother, I will say 'mme'. Let's practice this with different pictures and words.

Now, let's create a family tree together. Each of you will draw a picture of your family and label each member using the Setswana words we learned. 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 different family members. Your task is to match the pictures with the correct Setswana words. After you finish, we will review the answers together, and I will ask you to say the words out loud.

• ntate
• mme
• ngwana
• banna

Answer: mme

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

• ngwana
• mme
• ntate
• banna

Answer: ntate

'Ntate' is the Setswana word for father.

• child
• brother
• sister
• mother

Answer: child

'Ngwana' translates to child in Setswana.

• mme
• ntate
• banna
• ngwana

Answer: banna

'Banna' means brothers in Setswana.

Answer: ngwana

'Ngwana' is the correct word for child in Setswana.

Answer: sister is not directly translated, but 'ngwananyana' can be used.

While 'sister' does not have a direct translation, 'ngwananyana' can refer to a girl or sister.

• lapa
• ntate
• mme
• banna

Answer: lapa

'Lapa' is the Setswana word for family.

Answer: batsofe

'Batsofe' means parents in Setswana.