Language/Tswana/Vocabulary/Fruits
Hi Tswana learners! 😊
In this lesson, we are going to learn about fruits in Tswana. Fruits are not only delicious and nutritious, but they are also an important part of Tswana culture. Let's dive in!
Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: Health & Count to 10.
Why learn Tswana fruits vocabulary?[edit | edit source]
Learning Tswana fruits vocabulary is essential if you want to communicate effectively in Tswana. Besides, knowing the names of different fruits in Tswana can be useful when shopping at local markets or grocery stores.
Types of fruits in Tswana[edit | edit source]
Fruits in Tswana are referred to as "dithathu" and they come in different varieties. In this section, we are going to learn some commonly used fruits in Tswana.
Tree fruits[edit | edit source]
Tree fruits are fruits that grow on trees. Below is a table with some examples of Tswana tree fruits:
| Tswana | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Morula | /mɔrʊla/ | Marula |
| Maphaleng | /maphalɛŋ/ | Apples |
| Bhunu | /bhunu/ | Pears |
| Mafura | /maɸura/ | Peaches |
| Letlhodi | /lɛtlʰodi/ | Guava |
Berries[edit | edit source]
Berries are small fruits that grow on shrubs or vines. Here are some commonly used berry fruits in Tswana:
| Tswana | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Mmilo | /mmilo/ | Blueberries |
| Matepe | /matepe/ | Blackberries |
| Mmjwe | /mmjwe/ | Raspberries |
Citrus fruits[edit | edit source]
Citrus fruits are juicy fruits with a tangy taste. In Tswana, citrus fruits are referred to as "ditlhapi". Here are some examples of Tswana citrus fruits:
| Tswana | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Lemone | /lɛmɔnɛ/ | Lemon |
| Khamere | /kʰamɛrɛ/ | Orange |
| Nare | /narɛ/ | Lime |
Examples in context[edit | edit source]
Here is an example dialogue between two people buying fruits at the market:
- Person 1: Ke batla lephaleng. ('I would like some apples.')
- Person 2: Auga, ga go na lephaleng, gape ga go na marula. ('Sorry, there are no apples, and there are no marulas either.')
- Person 1: O tla nna ke kgona go kgopela kwa diaparating, a le mofuta o o kgonthi. ('Can you please ask at the nearby shops, with the one that is cheap.')
- Person 2: Ee, ke tla go ya. ('Sure, I'll go.')
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned some Tswana fruits vocabulary. Make sure to practice them with your Tswana speaking friends or find native speakers and ask them any questions you may have. Also, check the [Language/Tswana/Vocabulary|Vocabulary] page for more Tswana vocabulary. Don't forget to eat your fruits every day to maintain a healthy lifestyle!
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Sources[edit | edit source]
- Tswana Vocabulary - Fruits
- Xander Tswana Fruit and Veg:Amazon.com:Appstore for Android
- Setswana Vocabulary Builder - Angula
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