Setswana First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 9

Today, we will learn new words in Setswana. Vocabulary is important because it helps us express our thoughts and feelings. We will read a short story together and identify new words. After reading, we will discuss the meanings of these words and how they can be used in sentences.

Let’s look at the sentence: 'Ngwana o a bapala.' This means 'The child is playing.' Notice how we start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. Now, let’s change 'bapala' to 'ja' to make a new sentence: 'Ngwana o a ja.' This means 'The child is eating.' We will practice this together with other verbs.

In groups, let’s create sentences using the words we learned from the story. Each group will choose three words and make a sentence for each. Remember to use correct punctuation. Afterward, each group will share their sentences with the class. This will help us practice speaking and listening skills.

Now it’s your turn to write! Write three sentences using the new vocabulary words we discussed. Make sure to start each sentence with a capital letter and end with a full stop. After writing, draw a picture that represents one of your sentences. This will help you connect words with images.

• The child is playing.
• The child is eating.
• The child is sleeping.

Answer: The child is eating.

The sentence translates to 'The child is eating' in English.

• Ja
• Bapala
• Tshela

Answer: Bapala

'Bapala' means 'play' in Setswana.

Answer: Ngwana o a etela.

This sentence means 'The child is visiting.'

• Comma
• Full stop
• Question mark

Answer: Full stop

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

Answer: To play.

'Bapala' means 'to play' in English.

• ngwana o a ja
• Ngwana o a ja.
• Ngwana o a ja,

Answer: Ngwana o a ja.

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

• The child is eating.
• The child is playing.
• The child is running.

Answer: The child is playing.

This sentence translates to 'The child is playing' in English.

Answer: Ngwana o a ja.

This sentence means 'The child is eating.'