Vocabulary and language structures (T4 W9)
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Vocabulary is the set of words that we use to communicate. In isiNdebele, just like in any language, having a rich vocabulary helps us express ourselves better. Today, we will read a short text and identify new words. We will discuss their meanings and how to use them in sentences.
Let's look at the sentence: 'UThandi uthanda ukudla.' This means 'Thandi loves to eat.' Notice how we start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. Now, if we want to add more information, we can say, 'UThandi uthanda ukudla okumnandi.' This means 'Thandi loves to eat delicious food.' We will practice creating similar sentences using new vocabulary.
In groups, we will read a short story together. After reading, each group will choose three new words they found in the text. Discuss the meanings of these words and create sentences using them. Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. Each group will then share their sentences with the class.
Now it's your turn to write! Choose five new words from our vocabulary list. Write a short paragraph using these words. Make sure to check your sentences for correct punctuation and spacing. After you finish, read your paragraph to a partner and discuss the meanings of the words you used.
Answer: to eat
'ukudla' translates to 'to eat' in English.
Answer: Uthandi uthanda ukudla.
The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.
Answer: Uthandi uthanda ukudla okumnandi.
This sentence means 'Thandi loves to eat delicious food.'
Answer: .
A full stop (.) is used to indicate the end of a sentence.
Answer: mnandi
'mnandi' translates to 'delicious' in English.
Answer: loves
'uthanda' means 'loves' in English.
Answer: Uthandi uthanda ukudla,
This sentence is incorrect because it ends with a comma instead of a full stop.
Answer: UThandi uthanda ukudlala.
This means 'Thandi loves to play.'