Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 3

Today, we will explore new words in Sepedi. Vocabulary is important because it helps us express ourselves clearly. We will read a short text 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 word 'ngwana' which means 'child' in Sepedi. We can create a sentence using this word: 'Ngwana o a bapala,' which means 'The child is playing.' Notice how we used correct spacing and punctuation. We will practice this with other words from our text.

In small groups, choose three new words from our text. Create sentences using these words. Make sure to use correct punctuation. After you finish, each group will share their sentences with the class. This will help us learn from each other and improve our speaking skills.

Now, it's your turn to write! Choose five new words you learned today and write a short paragraph using all of them. Remember to check your punctuation and spacing. Once you finish, read your paragraph to a partner. This will help you practice your reading and speaking skills.

• Child
• Dog
• House
• Car

Answer: Child

'Ngwana' translates to 'child' in Sepedi.

• Ngwana o a bapala
• Ngwana o a bapala.
• ngwana o a bapala
• Ngwana o a bapala,

Answer: Ngwana o a bapala.

The correct sentence has proper capitalization and punctuation.

Answer: Motswana o a sebetsa.

This sentence means 'The person is working.'

• To confuse people
• To express ourselves clearly
• To make sentences longer
• To avoid speaking

Answer: To express ourselves clearly

Vocabulary helps us communicate our thoughts and ideas effectively.

Answer: .

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

• Bapala
• Sebetsa
• Bona
• Fala

Answer: Bapala

'Bapala' means 'to play' in Sepedi.

Answer: Ntlo e ntle.

This means 'The house is beautiful.'

• Ngwana
• ngwana
• NGWANA
• Ngwana,

Answer: Ngwana.

The correct form includes capitalization and punctuation.