Xitsonga Home Language - Term 1 - Week 5

Today, we will explore new words in Xitsonga. Vocabulary is important because it helps us express our thoughts clearly. We will start by discussing some common words and their meanings. I will introduce five new words: 'ndzi', 'u', 'na', 'swi', and 'tshama'. We will talk about how these words can be used in sentences.

Let's look at how we can use our new vocabulary in sentences. For example, we can say, 'Ndzi na u tshama' which means 'I and you sit'. Notice how we use the words together to form a complete thought. We will practice this with different combinations of the words we learned today.

Now, I will give you a few words, and I want you to work with a partner to create sentences. Use the words 'ndzi', 'u', 'na', 'swi', and 'tshama'. Remember to pay attention to punctuation and spacing. After a few minutes, we will share our sentences with the class. This will help us learn from each other.

For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences using the new vocabulary words. Make sure each sentence has correct punctuation and is spaced properly. After you finish writing, read your sentences to a friend. This will help you practice your speaking skills as well.

• I
• You
• We
• They

Answer: I

'Ndzi' translates to 'I' in English.

• tshama
• u
• na
• swi

Answer: tshama

'Tshama' means 'to sit' in Xitsonga.

Answer: U na ndzi tshama.

This sentence means 'You and I sit.'

• And
• But
• Or
• So

Answer: And

'Na' translates to 'and' in English.

Answer: Ndzi na u tshama.

The sentence should start with a capital letter and end with a full stop.

• U na ndzi tshama.
• na u tshama ndzi.
• Tshama u na.
• U tshama na.

Answer: U na ndzi tshama.

This sentence is structured correctly in Xitsonga.

• It
• They
• We
• You

Answer: It

'Swi' translates to 'it' in English.

Answer: Swi na ndzi tshama.

This means 'It and I sit.'