Sesotho Home Language - Term 2 - Week 3

Today, we will learn new words in Sesotho. Vocabulary is important because it helps us express ourselves clearly. We will look at some common words and their meanings. For example, the word 'ntate' means 'father' and 'mme' means 'mother'. We will also discuss how these words can be used in sentences.

Let’s create sentences using the words we learned. For instance, if we take 'ntate' and 'mme', we can form the sentence 'Ntate o sebetsa' which means 'Father is working'. Notice how we start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. This is how we write sentences correctly.

In groups, let’s create sentences using the new vocabulary words. Each group will receive a set of words. For example, if your words are 'pula' (rain) and 'lefa' (to fall), you can create the sentence 'Pula e lefa' which means 'The rain is falling'. After creating your sentences, we will share them with the class.

Now, it’s your turn to write! Choose three new words from our lesson today and write a sentence for each. Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. Once you finish, read your sentences to a partner. This will help you practice speaking and listening.

• Mother
• Father
• Brother
• Sister

Answer: Father

'Ntate' translates to 'father' in English.

• Pula e lefa
• pula e lefa
• Pula E Lefa
• Pula e Lefa.

Answer: Pula e lefa.

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

Answer: Mme o a ja.

This sentence means 'Mother is eating'.

• .
• ,
• !
• ?

Answer: .

A full stop is used to indicate the end of a sentence.

• Sun
• Rain
• Wind
• Cloud

Answer: Rain

'Pula' translates to 'rain' in English.

Answer: Capital letter.

Every sentence begins with a capital letter.

• Pula
• Lefa
• Ntate
• Mme

Answer: Lefa

'Lefa' means 'to fall' in Sesotho.

Answer: Ntate o a sebetsa.

This means 'Father is working'.