Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 10

Today, we will learn about different animals in Tshivenda. Animals are important in our lives and culture. We will focus on names of animals such as 'ndou' (elephant), 'mbwa' (dog), and 'ngwedi' (moon). I will show you pictures of these animals, and we will repeat their names together. This will help you remember them better.

Let’s create sentences using the animal names we learned. For example, 'Ndou u khou bva' means 'The elephant is coming.' I will write this on the board. Now, let’s try to make our own sentences. Who can tell me a sentence using 'mbwa' (dog)? Remember to use 'u' for the subject.

Now, let's play a game! I will say the name of an animal in Tshivenda, and you will make the sound or act like that animal. For example, if I say 'mbwa', you will bark like a dog. This will help you remember the names better and have fun at the same time. Let’s start with 'ndou'!

For your independent practice, I want you to draw your favorite animal and write its name in Tshivenda. You can use crayons or colored pencils. After you finish, we will share our drawings with the class. Remember to say the animal's name in Tshivenda when you present your work!

• ndou
• mbwa
• ngwedi
• tshedza

Answer: mbwa

The correct answer is 'mbwa', which means 'dog' in Tshivenda.

• mbwa
• ndou
• ngwedi
• tshedza

Answer: ndou

'Ndou' is the Tshivenda word for 'elephant'.

Answer: Mbwa i khou barka.

The translation of 'The dog is barking' in Tshivenda is 'Mbwa i khou barka'.

• moon
• sun
• star
• cloud

Answer: moon

'Ngwedi' means 'moon' in Tshivenda.

Answer: Katsi

'Katsi' is the Tshivenda word for 'cat'.

• lion
• star
• bird
• fish

Answer: star

'Tshedza' means 'star' in Tshivenda.

• Ndou i khou dzhena
• Ndou i khou vhuya
• Ndou i khou khou
• Ndou i khou bva

Answer: Ndou i khou dzhena

'Ndou i khou dzhena' translates to 'The elephant is big' in Tshivenda.

Answer: Nḓoni

'Nḓoni' is the Tshivenda word for 'bird'.