isiZulu First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 3

Today, we will learn new isiZulu words that describe different animals. We will look at pictures of animals and discuss their names in isiZulu. For example, 'inja' means dog, and 'kati' means cat. Understanding these words will help us describe our pets and animals we see in our environment.

Let’s create sentences using the new vocabulary. For instance, if we have the words 'inja' and 'gijima' (run), we can form the sentence 'Inja igijima.' (The dog runs.) Notice how we start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. This is important for clear communication.

Now, let’s work together. I will show you a picture of an animal, and you will tell me its name in isiZulu. Then, we will create a sentence together. For example, if I show you a picture of a cow, you will say 'inkomo' and we can say 'Inkomo iyaphuma.' (The cow is outside.) Remember to use correct punctuation!

Now it’s your turn! Look at the pictures on your desks. Choose one animal and write a sentence about it in isiZulu. Make sure to start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. After you finish, share your sentence with a partner and read it aloud.

• Cat
• Dog
• Cow
• Bird

Answer: Dog

'Inja' translates to 'dog' in isiZulu.

• Inja igijima
• inja igijima
• Inja igijima.
• Inja igijima!

Answer: Inja igijima.

The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.

Answer: Kati iyaphuma.

This sentence means 'The cat is outside.' and uses correct isiZulu structure.

• Inja
• Kati
• Inkomo
• Uthango

Answer: Inkomo

'Inkomo' means 'cow' in isiZulu.

Answer: Full stop.

A full stop indicates the end of a sentence.

• Inja iyadlala.
• Kati igijima
• Inkomo iyaphuma.
• Uthango luhlaza.

Answer: Kati igijima

This sentence is missing a full stop at the end.

• Run
• Jump
• Sit
• Sleep

Answer: Run

'Gijima' translates to 'run' in isiZulu.

Answer: Inja igijima.

This is the correct translation of the sentence.