Xitsonga Home Language - Term 3 - 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 focus on common animals like 'ngwedi' (lion), 'ntshakaza' (elephant), and 'xihlahla' (bird). Let's start by looking at pictures of these animals and saying their names together.

Let's look at a picture of a 'ntshakaza' (elephant). What sound does an elephant make? Yes, it trumpets! Now, let's say it together: 'ntshakaza'. Great! Now, let's try another one. Here is a 'ngwedi' (lion). What sound does a lion make? Correct, it roars! Repeat after me: 'ngwedi'.

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 'ngwedi'. Let's practice together! I will make the sound, and you will shout out the name in Xitsonga. Ready? Let's go!

Now it's your turn! Draw your favorite animal and write its name in Xitsonga next to it. Use the words we learned today. After you finish, we will share our drawings with the class and say the names together. This will help us remember the words better!

• ngwedi
• ntshakaza
• xihlahla
• ntshakaza

Answer: ntshakaza

The correct answer is 'ntshakaza', which means elephant in Xitsonga.

• ngwedi
• ntshakaza
• xihlahla
• xinyokanyoka

Answer: ngwedi

'Ngwedi' is the Xitsonga word for lion, which is known for its roaring sound.

Answer: xihlahla

'Xihlahla' means bird in Xitsonga.

• ngwedi
• ntshakaza
• xihlahla
• xikolo

Answer: xikolo

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

Answer: ntshakaza

The elephant, or 'ntshakaza', makes a trumpeting sound.

• chirp
• roar
• trumpet
• growl

Answer: roar

Lions are known for their roaring sound.

Answer: ngwedi

'Ngwedi' is the Xitsonga word for lion.

• ngwedi
• ntshakaza
• xihlahla
• xinyokanyoka

Answer: xihlahla

'Xihlahla' refers to birds, which are known for their ability to fly.