isiXhosa First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 8

Phonics is the relationship between sounds and their spellings. In isiXhosa, understanding phonics helps us read and write effectively. For example, the sound 'b' can be found in words like 'baba' (father) and 'bala' (read). Today, we will focus on identifying these sounds and using them to build words.

Let’s look at the sound 'm'. We can create several words using this sound. For instance, 'mama' (mother), 'mkhulu' (grandfather), and 'mali' (money). Notice how the 'm' sound is at the beginning of each word. Now, let’s practice combining 'm' with different vowel sounds to create new words.

I will say a sound, and you will help me build words. If I say 't', can you think of words that start with 't'? For example, 'tata' (father) and 'tshomi' (friend). Write these words on your paper. Next, let’s form sentences using these words. For instance, 'Tata uhlala ekhaya' (Father stays at home).

Now it’s your turn! Choose three words from our phonics list and write a sentence for each. Remember to use correct punctuation. After writing, read your sentences to a partner. This will help you practice your speaking skills and ensure your sentences make sense.

• baba
• mama
• tata
• sisi

Answer: mama

The correct answer is 'mama', which means mother in isiXhosa.

• b
• m
• t
• s

Answer: b

'Bala' starts with the sound 'b'.

Answer: Mkhulu uhlala eGqeberha.

This sentence means 'Grandfather stays in Gqeberha'.

• friend
• father
• mother
• money

Answer: friend

'Tshomi' translates to 'friend' in isiXhosa.

Answer: s

The phonetic sound of 's' is the same as the letter itself.

• Mali uhlala eGqeberha.
• Mali uhlala eGqeberha
• Mali uhlala eGqeberha!
• Mali uhlala eGqeberha?

Answer: Mali uhlala eGqeberha.

The correct sentence uses a period at the end, indicating a statement.

• mama
• mkhulu
• mali
• tata

Answer: mali

'Mali' means money in isiXhosa.

Answer: baba, bala

Both 'baba' (father) and 'bala' (read) start with the sound 'b'.