siSwati First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 2

Today, we will learn about different animals in siSwati. Animals are all around us, and knowing their names in our language helps us communicate better. We will focus on common animals such as 'imfene' (monkey), 'ingulube' (pig), and 'ibhubesi' (lion). Let's start by listening to the sounds these animals make and then learn their names in siSwati.

Let's practice saying the names of some animals together. When I say 'imfene', you will respond with the sound it makes, which is 'oo-oo'. Now, let's try another one: 'ibhubesi'. What sound does a lion make? Yes, 'roar'! This helps us remember the names better when we connect them with their sounds.

Now, we will play a game of charades! I will call out an animal in siSwati, and one of you will act it out without speaking. The rest of the class will guess which animal it is by saying its name in siSwati. This will help us remember the names and sounds of the animals while having fun together!

For our independent practice, I want you to draw your favorite animal and write its name in siSwati underneath. You can use crayons or colored pencils to make your drawing colorful. Once you finish, we will share our drawings with the class and practice saying the names together.

• imfene
• ibhubesi
• ingulube
• inyoni

Answer: ibhubesi

In siSwati, 'ibhubesi' means lion.

• Monkey
• Pig
• Bird
• Elephant

Answer: Pig

'Ingulube' refers to a pig in siSwati.

Answer: oo-oo

Monkeys are known for making the sound 'oo-oo'.

• imfene
• ibhubesi
• umfana
• ingulube

Answer: umfana

'Umfana' means boy, not an animal.

Answer: imfene

The monkey, or 'imfene', is commonly found in the jungle.

• inyoni
• ibhubesi
• ingulube
• imfene

Answer: inyoni

'Inyoni' means bird in siSwati.

Answer: ibhubesi

The lion, or 'ibhubesi', is known for its powerful roar.

• Monkey
• Pig
• Bird
• Lion

Answer: Bird

'Inyoni' refers to a bird in siSwati.