Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 5

Today, we will learn some new words in Tshivenda that are related to our families and animals. Words like 'mama' (mother), 'baba' (father), 'ngwana' (child), 'mbwa' (dog), and 'koni' (cat) are important for us to know. We will practice saying these words together and learn how to use them in sentences.

Let’s look at how to make sentences with our new words. For example, if we want to say 'My mother is here' in Tshivenda, we say 'Mama wanga u na'. We can also say 'The dog is big' which translates to 'Mbwa i khulu'. We will practice these sentences together, focusing on pronunciation and meaning.

Now, I will give you some words, and I want you to help me make sentences. For instance, if I say 'baba' (father), you can say 'Baba wanga u na' (My father is here). Let’s do this as a group. I will call out a word, and you will respond with a sentence. Remember to use the correct structure and pronunciation.

For your independent practice, I want you to draw a picture of your family or your favorite animal. Below your drawing, write a simple sentence in Tshivenda using the vocabulary we learned today. For example, if you draw your mother, you can write 'Mama wanga'. Be creative and use your imagination!

• Cat
• Dog
• Child
• Mother

Answer: Dog

'Mbwa' translates to 'dog' in English.

• Mama wanga u na
• Baba wanga u na
• Ngwana wanga u na
• Koni i na

Answer: Baba wanga u na

The correct translation for 'My father is here' is 'Baba wanga u na'.

Answer: Mama

'Mama' is the word for 'mother' in Tshivenda.

• Baba
• Mama
• Mbwa
• Ngwana

Answer: Mbwa

'Mbwa' means 'dog', not a family member.

Answer: Koni i khulu.

This means 'The cat is big' in Tshivenda.

• Child
• Dog
• Cat
• Father

Answer: Child

'Ngwana' translates to 'child' in English.

• Koni i na
• Mama u na
• Ngwana u na
• Mbwa i na

Answer: Koni i na

'Koni i na' means 'The cat is here'.

Answer: Ngwana wanga u khou fhedza.

This is the correct translation for 'My child is happy'.