Xitsonga First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 1

Today, we will learn about family members in Xitsonga. Family is very important in our culture. We will focus on words like 'Mama' (Mother), 'Tata' (Father), 'Nwa' (Child), and 'Nkhensani' (Sister). I will say each word, and you will repeat after me. Let's practice together!

I will show you pictures of different family members. When I show you a picture of a mother, I want you to say 'Mama'. If I show you a picture of a father, you will say 'Tata'. Let's look at the first picture together. What do you see? Yes, it's a mother! So we say 'Mama'.

Now, let's create a family tree together. I will give each of you a paper with a tree drawn on it. You will draw your family members and label them in Xitsonga. For example, if you draw your mother, write 'Mama' next to her. I will walk around to help you with the spelling and pronunciation.

For your independent practice, you will receive flashcards with pictures of family members. Your task is to match the picture with the correct Xitsonga word. Once you finish, you can share your flashcards with a partner and practice saying the words together.

• Nkhensani
• Mama
• Tata
• Nwa

Answer: Mama

In Xitsonga, 'Mama' means 'Mother'.

• Nwa
• Tata
• Mama
• Nkhensani

Answer: Tata

'Tata' is the Xitsonga word for 'Father'.

Answer: Nkhensani

'Nkhensani' is the Xitsonga word for 'Sister'.

• Child
• Sister
• Mother
• Father

Answer: Child

'Nwa' translates to 'Child' in Xitsonga.

Answer: Nwananga

'Nwananga' means 'Brother' in Xitsonga.

• Mama
• Tata
• Nkhensani
• Xikwembu

Answer: Xikwembu

'Xikwembu' means 'God' and is not a family member.

• Nkhensani
• Nwa
• Tata
• Mama

Answer: Nwa

'Nwa' is the correct term for 'Child' in Xitsonga.

Answer: Ndzawulo

'Ndzawulo' means 'Family' in Xitsonga.