Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 1

Today, we will learn some new words in Tshivenda. These words are related to things we see every day. For example, we will learn the words for 'book', 'pen', 'table', 'chair', and 'bag'. I will say each word, and you will repeat after me. This will help you learn how to say these words correctly.

Let’s look at the word 'buku' which means 'book'. I will show you a picture of a book. Can anyone tell me what this is in Tshivenda? Yes, it is 'buku'. Now, let’s try another word. This is a 'pen', and in Tshivenda, we say 'peni'. Repeat after me: 'peni'. Great job!

Now, we will play a game! I will show you pictures of the words we learned. When you see a picture, raise your hand and say the word in Tshivenda. For example, if I show you a picture of a 'table', you will say 'tafela'. Let’s practice together. I will show you the first picture now!

For our independent practice, I want you to draw your favorite object from the words we learned today. Once you finish your drawing, label it with the correct Tshivenda word. For example, if you draw a 'chair', write 'nḓuvho' next to it. I will walk around to help you if you need it!

• buku
• peni
• tafela
• nḓuvho

Answer: buku

The correct answer is 'buku', which means 'book' in Tshivenda.

• table
• pen
• bag
• chair

Answer: pen

'Peni' is the Tshivenda word for 'pen'.

Answer: tafela

'Tafela' is the correct word for 'table' in Tshivenda.

• nḓuvho
• buku
• peni
• tafela

Answer: nḓuvho

'Nḓuvho' is the Tshivenda word for 'chair'.

Answer: mbagani

'Mbagani' means 'bag' in Tshivenda.

• pen
• book
• table
• chair

Answer: book

'Buku' refers to a 'book' in Tshivenda.

• nḓuvho
• mbagani
• ndivho
• buku

Answer: ndivho

'Ndivho' is not one of the words we learned today.

Answer: peni

'Peni' is the Tshivenda translation for 'pen'.