Tshivenda Home Language - Term 1 - Week 4

Today, we will learn about family members in Tshivenda. Family is important in our culture, and knowing how to name our family members helps us communicate better. We will focus on words like 'mama' (mother), 'baba' (father), 'mukoma' (brother), and 'mukwasha' (sister). Let's say these words together and practice their pronunciation.

Now that we know some family words, let's put them into sentences. For example, we can say 'Mama u na vhukuma' which means 'Mother is at home.' Let's break this down: 'Mama' is mother, 'u' means is, and 'na vhukuma' means at home. Together, they form a complete thought. Let's try making our own sentences using the words we learned.

In groups, create a family tree using pictures or drawings. Label each family member in Tshivenda. For example, if you draw a picture of your mother, write 'mama' next to it. Once you finish, each group will present their family tree to the class, using simple sentences to describe each member. This will help us practice speaking and using the vocabulary we learned.

Now it's time for you to write your own sentences! Using the vocabulary words, write three sentences about your family. You can use words like 'mama', 'baba', 'mukoma', and 'mukwasha'. Remember to think about where they are or what they are doing. After writing, draw a picture that represents your sentences.

• Sister
• Mother
• Brother
• Father

Answer: Mother

'Mama' is the word for mother in Tshivenda.

• Mukwasha
• Mukoma
• Baba
• Mama

Answer: Mukoma

'Mukoma' is the correct term for brother in Tshivenda.

Answer: Baba u na vhukuma.

This sentence translates directly to 'Father is at home' in Tshivenda.

• Sister
• Cousin
• Mother
• Sister

Answer: Sister

'Mukwasha' is the word for sister in Tshivenda.

Answer: Vhathu

'Vhathu' means family in Tshivenda.

• Baba
• Mukoma
• Mudzimu
• Mama

Answer: Mudzimu

'Mudzimu' means spirit, not a family member.

Answer: Mama u na vhukuma.

This sentence means 'Mother is at home.'

• Is
• Are
• At
• Home

Answer: Is

'U' is the verb 'is' in Tshivenda.