siSwati First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 3

Today, we will explore new words in siSwati. Vocabulary is important because it helps us express our thoughts and feelings. We will read a short text together and identify new words. After that, we will discuss what these words mean and how we can use them in sentences.

Let's take the word 'umntwana' which means 'child'. I will show you how to use it in a sentence: 'Umntwana uyadlala' which means 'The child is playing'. Notice how we start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. This is how we use punctuation correctly.

Now, I will give you a few new words: 'imvula' (rain), 'umhlaba' (earth), and 'umoya' (air). In pairs, create sentences using these words. Remember to use correct punctuation. After a few minutes, we will share our sentences with the class.

For your independent practice, write a short paragraph about your favorite weather. Use at least three new vocabulary words we learned today. Make sure to check your work for correct punctuation and spacing before sharing it with a partner.

• Child
• Rain
• Earth
• Air

Answer: Child

'Umntwana' translates to 'child' in siSwati.

• Umntwana uyadlala
• umntwana uyadlala
• Umntwana uyadlala?

Answer: Umntwana uyadlala

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

Answer: Imvula iyawela.

This sentence means 'The rain is falling' and uses the word correctly.

• .
• ,
• ?
• !

Answer: .

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

Answer: Air

'Umoya' translates to 'air' in siSwati.

• Umhlaba
• Imvula
• Umntwana
• Umoya

Answer: Umhlaba

'Umhlaba' is the siSwati word for 'earth'.

Answer: Umhlaba uyahluma.

This means 'The earth is green' and uses the word correctly.

• To confuse others
• To express thoughts
• To make sentences longer
• To avoid speaking

Answer: To express thoughts

Vocabulary helps us communicate our ideas and feelings clearly.