Setswana First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 1

Today, we will explore new Setswana words that describe our daily activities. We will read a short text that includes these words and discuss their meanings. Understanding vocabulary is crucial as it helps us express ourselves clearly and effectively. Pay attention to how these words are used in sentences.

Let’s look at the sentence: 'Ngwana o a bapala.' This means 'The child is playing.' Notice how the subject 'Ngwana' (child) is followed by the verb 'o a bapala' (is playing). We will practice creating similar sentences using different subjects and verbs. For example, 'Mma o a cooka' means 'The mother is cooking.'

In groups, you will receive a list of Setswana words and their English meanings. Your task is to match each Setswana word with its correct meaning. After matching, we will discuss the words as a class. This will help reinforce your understanding and usage of the vocabulary in sentences.

Now, it’s your turn to write! Using the vocabulary we discussed, write five sentences in Setswana. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, pair up with a partner and read your sentences to each other. This will help you practice your speaking skills and receive feedback.

• Child
• Mother
• Father
• Friend

Answer: Child

'Ngwana' translates to 'child' in English.

• Ngwana o a ja.
• Ja o a ngwana.
• O a ja ngwana.
• Ngwana ja o a.

Answer: Ngwana o a ja.

The correct sentence structure is 'Ngwana o a ja,' meaning 'The child is eating.'

Answer: Mma o a go direla.

This sentence means 'Mother is working for you.'

• To eat
• To play
• To sleep
• To run

Answer: To play

'Bapala' means 'to play' in Setswana.

Answer: .

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

• Bapala
• Cooka
• Ja
• Tshela

Answer: Cooka

'Cooka' translates to 'to cook' in English.

Answer: Ngwana o a bapala.

This is the correct translation of the sentence.

• O
• Ja
• Mma
• A

Answer: Mma

'Mma' is the subject, meaning 'Mother' in the sentence.