Xitsonga First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 10

Today, we will learn about different animals in Xitsonga. Animals are important in our lives, and knowing their names helps us talk about them. We will focus on names like 'ngwetsi' (lion), 'nkuhlu' (elephant), and 'xihlahla' (monkey). Let's listen to how these words sound and practice saying them together.

Let's look at some pictures of animals. I will show you a picture of a 'nkuhlu' (elephant). Can anyone tell me what sound an elephant makes? That's right! It trumpets. Now, let's say 'nkuhlu' together. Great job! Now, let's try with another animal: 'ngwetsi' (lion). What sound does a lion make? Yes, it roars! Repeat after me: 'ngwetsi'.

Now, we will play a game! I will make the sound of an animal, and you will guess which animal it is in Xitsonga. For example, if I say 'roar', you should respond with 'ngwetsi'. If I say 'trumpet', you should say 'nkuhlu'. Let's see how many animals we can name together!

For our independent activity, I want you to draw your favorite animal. Once you finish your drawing, write the name of the animal in Xitsonga next to it. You can use words we learned today, like 'xihlahla' (monkey) or 'ngwetsi' (lion). After you complete your drawing, we will share them with the class and practice saying the names together.

• nkuhlu
• ngwetsi
• xihlahla
• xinyoka

Answer: ngwetsi

The correct answer is 'ngwetsi', which means lion in Xitsonga.

• ngwetsi
• nkuhlu
• xihlahla
• xinyoka

Answer: nkuhlu

The elephant, or 'nkuhlu', is known for its trumpeting sound.

Answer: xihlahla

'Xihlahla' is the Xitsonga word for monkey.

• ngwetsi
• nkuhlu
• xihlahla
• xikolo

Answer: xikolo

'Xikolo' is not an animal; it means school in Xitsonga.

Answer: ngwetsi

The lion, or 'ngwetsi', is known for its roar.

• trumpet
• roar
• chirp
• growl

Answer: roar

A lion makes a roaring sound.

• xihlahla
• nkuhlu
• ngwetsi
• xinyoka

Answer: nkuhlu

'Nkuhlu' is the Xitsonga word for elephant.

Answer: snake

'Xinyoka' means snake in Xitsonga.