Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 1

Today, we will learn some new words in Tshivenda that we can use every day. These words will help us talk about things we see around us. For example, we will learn the words for 'book', 'pen', 'table', 'chair', and 'teacher'. Let's say these words together and practice their sounds.

Now that we know our new words, let's use them in sentences. For example, we can say 'Ndi na bhuku' which means 'I have a book'. Let's practice saying this sentence together. Remember to use the correct pronunciation for each word.

Let's work together as a class. I will show you pictures of the objects we learned about. When you see a picture, raise your hand and say the word in Tshivenda. For example, if I show you a picture of a pen, you should say 'pen'. After that, we will create sentences using these words as a group.

Now it's your turn! I want you to draw a picture of one of the objects we learned about today. After you finish your drawing, write the Tshivenda word next to it. For example, if you draw a table, write 'tafela' next to it. This will help you remember the word and its meaning.

• bhuku
• pen
• tafela
• mufundisi

Answer: bhuku

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

• pen
• tafela
• ndivhu
• chire

Answer: ndivhu

'Ndivhu' is the correct word for 'chair' in Tshivenda.

Answer: Ndi na pen.

The translation of 'I have a pen' is 'Ndi na pen' in Tshivenda.

• teacher
• student
• book
• table

Answer: teacher

'Mufundisi' translates to 'teacher' in Tshivenda.

Answer: tafela

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

• Ndi na
• Ndi do
• Ndi tshi
• Ndi vha

Answer: Ndi na

'Ndi na' means 'I have' in Tshivenda.

• Ndi na bhuku
• Ndi do bhuku
• Ndi vha bhuku
• Ndi tshi bhuku

Answer: Ndi na bhuku

The correct sentence is 'Ndi na bhuku', meaning 'I have a book'.

Answer: pen

'Pen' is the same in Tshivenda, as it is a borrowed word.