Xitsonga First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 6

Today, we will learn about different animals in Xitsonga. Animals are important in our lives, and knowing their names in our language helps us communicate better. We will look at pictures of animals and learn how to say their names in Xitsonga. For example, 'ngweti' means 'cat', and 'mbilu' means 'dog'.

Let's look at some pictures of animals. I will show you a picture of a 'ngweti' (cat). Can anyone tell me what sound a cat makes? Yes, it says 'meow'. Now, let's look at a 'mbilu' (dog). What sound does a dog make? Correct, it says 'woof'. This helps us remember the names of the animals and their sounds.

Now, let's work in groups. Each group will receive a set of animal pictures. I want you to take turns showing your picture to the class and saying the animal's name in Xitsonga. Then, everyone will make the sound that the animal makes. This will help us learn together and have fun!

For your independent practice, 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 also write down what sound it makes. After you are done, we will have a mini-exhibition where you can share your drawings with the class.

• mbilu
• ngweti
• nku
• xihlahla

Answer: ngweti

In Xitsonga, 'ngweti' means 'cat'.

• ngweti
• mbilu
• nku
• xihlahla

Answer: mbilu

'Mbilu' is the Xitsonga word for 'dog', which says 'woof'.

Answer: meow

A cat makes the sound 'meow'.

• xihlahla
• nku
• xinyanga
• nkwana

Answer: nku

'Nku' means 'bird' in Xitsonga.

Answer: fish

Fish are animals that live in water.

• mbilu
• ngweti
• xihlahla
• ndzhaka

Answer: ndzhaka

'Ndzhaka' is not an animal; it means 'tree' in Xitsonga.

Answer: ndzhaka

'Ndzhaka' is the Xitsonga word for 'elephant'.

• meow
• moo
• woof
• quack

Answer: moo

A cow makes the sound 'moo'.