Xitsonga Home Language Week 7
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Today, we will learn about different animals and the sounds they make in Xitsonga. We will look at pictures of animals and say their names together. For example, the word for 'dog' in Xitsonga is 'ndhuna', and it makes the sound 'woof'. Let's practice saying these words together!
Let’s look at some examples. When we see a cat, we say 'kati' in Xitsonga, and it makes the sound 'meow'. We can also look at a cow, which is called 'ngwena' in Xitsonga, and it says 'moo'. I will show you pictures of these animals, and we will repeat their names and sounds together.
Now, let’s play a game! I will show you a picture of an animal, and you will tell me its name in Xitsonga and the sound it makes. For example, if I show you a picture of a lion, you will say 'ngwena' and roar like a lion. Let’s take turns and have fun with this activity!
For your independent practice, I want you to draw your favorite animal. After you finish your drawing, write its name in Xitsonga underneath. You can also write the sound it makes. Once you are done, we will share our drawings with the class!
Answer: kati
In Xitsonga, 'cat' is called 'kati'.
Answer: cow
The cow makes the sound 'moo'.
Answer: woof
A dog makes the sound 'woof'.
Answer: ngwena
In Xitsonga, 'lion' is called 'ngwena'.
Answer: cat
The animal that makes the sound 'meow' is a cat.
Answer: tree
A tree is a plant, not an animal.
Answer: roar
A lion makes the sound 'roar'.
Answer: ndhuna
In Xitsonga, 'dog' is called 'ndhuna'.