Xitsonga First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 3

Today, we will learn about different animals in Xitsonga. Animals are an important part of our world and culture. We will focus on names of common animals such as 'ngwetsi' (cat), 'mbilu' (dog), 'xihlahla' (elephant), 'nku' (cow), and 'xihlahla' (lion). I will show you pictures of these animals, and we will repeat their names together.

Let’s practice using the animal names in sentences. For example, I can say 'Ngwetsi i xihlahla' which means 'The cat is big.' Now, let’s create a sentence together. If I say 'Mbilu i khumba', what does that mean? Yes, it means 'The dog is barking.' Great job!

Now, we will play a matching game. I will show you pictures of animals, and you will match them with their names in Xitsonga. For example, if I show you a picture of a cow, you will find the word 'nku' and hold it up. Let’s do this together for a few animals first, and then you can try it on your own!

For your independent practice, I want you to draw your favorite animal and label it in Xitsonga. You can use the names we learned today. After you finish, you will share your drawing with a partner and say the animal's name in Xitsonga. This will help you remember the words better!

• ngwetsi
• mbilu
• nku
• xihlahla

Answer: mbilu

The correct answer is 'mbilu', which means 'dog' in Xitsonga.

• cat
• lion
• elephant
• cow

Answer: lion

'Xihlahla' refers to 'lion' in Xitsonga.

Answer: Ngwetsi i ncinyana.

The translation of 'The cat is small' is 'Ngwetsi i ncinyana' in Xitsonga.

• elephant
• cat
• cow
• dog

Answer: cow

'Nku' is the Xitsonga word for 'cow'.

Answer: xihlahla

'Xihlahla' means 'elephant' in Xitsonga.

• mbilu
• ngwetsi
• xihlahla
• xihlahla

Answer: xihlahla

The word 'xihlahla' is repeated and does not represent a different animal.

Answer: Mbilu i khumba.

The sentence 'The dog is barking' translates to 'Mbilu i khumba' in Xitsonga.

• ngwetsi
• mbilu
• nku
• xihlahla

Answer: ngwetsi

'Ngwetsi' is the correct term for 'cat' in Xitsonga.