LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #1National Holidays
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most important national holidays in South Africa?
2. 1. Mense Regte Dag
3. 2. Vryheidsdag
4. 3. Jeug Dag
5. 4. Erfenis Dag
6. 5. Dag van Versoening
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most important national holidays in South Africa?
2. 1. Human Rights Day
3. 2. Freedom Day
4. 3. Youth Day
5. 4. Heritage Day
6. 5. Day of Reconciliation
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Mense Regte Dag Human Rights Day proper noun
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Vryheidsdag Freedom Day proper noun
Jeug Dag Youth Day proper noun
Erfenis dag Heritage Day noun
Dag van Versoening Day of Reconciliation proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Mense neem deel aan 'n wedloop op Mense Regte dag.
"People participate in a race on Human Rights Day."
Party skole hou 'n partytjie op Vryheidsdag.
"Some schools celebrate on Freedom Day."
Daar is 'n speciale TV program op SABC 3 wat ons kyk op Jeug Dag.
"There is a special TV program on SABC 3 that we can watch on Youth Day."
Erfenis Dag is die lekkerste dag om te braai saam met vriende.
"Heritage Day is the nicest day to have a barbecue with friends."
Baie mense gaan kerk toe op Versoenings Dag.
"Many people go to church on Reconciliation Day."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Human Rights Day
It is a day to celebrate the Constitution of South Africa and a day to remember the events of the Sharpeville Massacre.
2. Freedom Day
Freedom Day celebrates the first day of the democratic elections held in South Africa.
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3. Youth Day
Youth Day commemorates the protests of pupils in Soweto who came together to protest against Bantu Education.
4. Heritage Day
Heritage Day celebrates the diverse cultures in South Africa.
5. Day of Reconciliation
The Day of Reconciliation focuses on fostering reconciliation and national unity.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #2Foods
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #2 - FOODS 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most common foods in South Africa?
2. 1. boerewors
3. 2. pap
4. 3. koeksisters
5. 4. pannekoek
6. 5. bobotie
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most common foods in South Africa?
2. 1. sausage
3. 2. pap, finely ground corn porridge
4. 3. koeksisters, a traditional Afrikaner sweet made from deep-fried dough dipped in spiced syrup
5. 4. pancake
6. 5. bobotie, a baked mince meat dish
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Boerewors Boerewors proper noun
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pap ground maize noun
koeksisters koeksisters none
pannekoek pancake noun
bobotiebobotie, baked mince
meat dish noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Dit is algemeen om boerewors te koop wanneer mense braai.
"It is common to buy sausage when people have a barbecue."
Baie mense eet hulle pap met suiker en botter.
"Many people eat sugar and butter with their pap."
Pap en melk is heel lekker.
"Pap and milk is very delicious."
Koeksisters is te soet vir volwassenes maar kinders is mal daaroor.
"Similar to a crepe, South Africans add cinnamon and sugar to it or a mincemeat filling."
Baie Afrikaans gesinne eet pannekoek as dit reën.
"Many Afrikaans families eat pancakes when it rains."
Daar is baie familie resepte wat gebruik word om bobotie te maak.
"There are many family recipes that are used to make Bototie."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Sausage
Traditional sausages are made with coarsely ground beef and pork with spices like coriander and cumin.
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2. Pap
Pap is finely ground corn porridge. To make pap, corn should be ground until it is a fine or rough texture and boiled to make a white porridge. It can be eaten at any meal time and served as a savory or sweet dish.
3. Koeksisters
Koeksisters is a traditional Afrikaner sweet made from deep-fried dough dipped in spiced syrup. Koeksisters is a traditional sweet eaten as a dessert, or as a snack. You can buy it from all main supermarkets.
4. Pancake
Many people in South Africa eat pancakes when it is raining - they even call rainy weather "pancake weather."
5. Bobotie
Bobotie is a baked mince meat dish. Boboties have curried meat baked in an egg-based crust and is served for special events or Sunday lunches.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #3Beverages
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #3 - BEVERAGES 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five common beverages in South Africa?
2. 1. rooibos tee
3. 2. Amarula
4. 3. cream soda
5. 4. Castle Lager bier
6. 5. wyn
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most common beverages in South Africa?
2. 1. redbush tea
3. 2. Amarula, marula fruit processed and made into a cream liqueur
4. 3. cream soda
5. 4. Castle Lager beer
6. 5. wine
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Rooibos tee Rooibos tea proper noun
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Amarula Cream Amarula Cream proper noun
cream soda cream soda phrase
Castle Lager bier Castle Lager beer phrase
wyn wine noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Baie mense verkies om rooibos te drink want dit is gesonder as swart tee.
"Many people prefer to drink red-bush tea as it is healthier than black tea."
Baie restuarante bied Amarula op ys aan vir hul kliënte.
"Many restaurants offer Amarula on ice to their clients."
Cream Soda is die lekkerste as dit yskoud is.
"Cream Soda is the best when it is cold."
Baie mense geniet bier as hul rugby kyk.
"Many people enjoy a beer when they watch rugby."
Wyn proe is 'n lekker ding om te doen in Kaapstad.
"Wine tasting is a great thing to do in Cape Town."
Ek hou van wyn.
"I like wine."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Redbush Tea
Redbush tea is a caffeine-free tea made from red leaves found only in South Africa. The tea has a beautiful deep red color with a nutty taste.
2. Amarula
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Amarula is marula fruit processed and made into a cream liqueur. Amarula is a thick and creamy alcohol made from the marula fruit made famous by the elephants that travel far to eat the fermented fruit.
3. Cream Soda
Cream soda is a green carbonated drink.
4. Castle Lager Beer
Castle Lager Beer is a famous beer made by South African Breweries.
5. Wine
Wines of many varieties are made and sold in South Africa.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #4Popular Home-cooked Meals
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #4 - POPULAR HOME-COOKED MEALS 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most popular home-cooked meals in South Africa?
2. 1. pap en vleis
3. 2. kerrie
4. 3. bunny chow
5. 4. vis en chips
6. 5. biefstuk
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most important popular home-cooked meals in South Africa?
2. 1. pap and meat
3. 2. curry
4. 3. bunny chow
5. 4. fish and chips
6. 5. steak
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
pap en vleis pap and meat phrase
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kerrie curry noun
Bunny chow Bunny chow proper noun
vis en chips fish and chips phrase
biefstuk steak noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Jy kan baie mense sien pap en vleis koop en 'n braai hou op 'n Vrydag.
"You can find people buying pap and meat, then having a barbecue on Friday."
Kerrie en rys is a algemene dis in meeste huis gesinne in Suid Afrika.
"Curry and rice is a common dish to have in most households in South Africa."
Bunny Chow is 'n dis wat meeste mense eet wanneer hull in Durban is.
"Bunny Chow is a dish that many people eat when they are in Durban."
Vis en chips is die lekkerste op die strand.
"Fish and chips are the best on the beach."
Biefstuk word gewoonlik oor 'n oop vuur gebraai om die smaak te verbeter.
"Steak is usually cooked over an open fire to enhance the taste."
Die biefstuk is perfek gesny.
"This steak is cut perfectly."
Ek hou van rou biefstuk.
"I like raw steak."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Pap And Meat
South Afrikaans people usually eat pap and meat when they are having a
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barbeque.
2. Curry
There are many varieties of curry across South Africa. It is influenced by the large population of Indian people in the country.
3. Bunny Chow
Bunny chow is a full loaf of bread, or a half loaf, that is hollowed out and filled with your choice of curry.
4. Fish And Chips
You can find fish and chips shops in almost every town in South Africa.
5. Steak
South Africa has delicious steak and you can easily find it on most menus.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #5Sweets And Desserts
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most popular sweets and desserts in South Africa?
2. 1. hertzoggies
3. 2. peppermint crisp tert
4. 3. Melktert
5. 4. malva poeding
6. 5. cremora tert
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most popular sweets and desserts in South Africa?
2. 1. hertzoggies, white cake dipped in chocolate and coconut
3. 2. peppermint crisp tart
4. 3. milktart
5. 4. malva pudding
6. 5. Cremora tart
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
hertzoggies hertzoggies noun
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peppermint crisp tert peppermint crisp tart phrase
Melktert Milktart proper noun
malva poeding malva pudding phrase
cremora tert cremora tart phrase
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Party mense maak hertzoggies vir hulle verjaarsdag.
"Some people make hertzoggies for their birthday party."
Peppermint crisp is baie maklik om te maak.
"Peppermint crisp is very easy to make."
Baie mense hou van baie kaneel op hulle melktert.
"Some people like a lot of cinnamon on their milktart."
Malva poeding is die beste op 'n koue wintersdag.
"Malva pudding is the best on a cold winters day."
Cremora tert en malvalekkers is 'n goeie kombinasie.
"Cremora tart and marshmallows are a great combination."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Hertzoggies, White Cake Dipped In Chocolate And Coconut
You can find the way to make hertzoggies in most Afrikaans recipe books as it is such a common sweet treat to make or buy.
2. Peppermint Crisp Tart
South African people eat peppermint crisp chocolate after they break them into pieces and mixed with caramel. Then, they layer this mixture with coconut biscuit and cream.
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3. Milktart
To make a milktart, people boil milk with sugar, flour, and cinnamon and then cool it in a pastry base. It’s often served as a light dessert. Most families have their own unique recipe.
4. Malva Pudding
Malva pudding looks similar to sticky toffee puddings and it has an evaporated milk sauce; it’s usually eaten after Sunday lunches.
5. Cremora Tart
Cremora is a coffee creamer powder that is mixed with condensed milk and lemon juice to make a Cremora tart.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #6Fruits
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #6 - FRUITS 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most common fruits in South Africa?
2. 1. mango
3. 2. litchi
4. 3. persk
5. 4. druiwe
6. 5. lemoen
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most common fruits in South Africa?
2. 1. mango
3. 2. lychee
4. 3. peach
5. 4. grapes
6. 5. orange
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
mango mango noun
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litchi lychee noun
perske peach noun
druiwe grapes noun
lemoen orange noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Mango sap is baie dik en soet.
"Mango juice is very thick and sweet."
Jy kan boere sien wat die lichits verkoop langs die pad.
"You can find farmers selling lychee on the side of the road."
Baie vrouens van die ouer generasie in Suid Africa het perskes en pere ingelê.
"Many ladies from the older generation in South Africa used to preserve peaches and pears."
Jy kan druiwe vries en dit eet as dit warm buite is.
"You can freeze grapes and eat them when it is warm outside."
Lemoen sap is 'n algemene sap wat met ontbyt bedien word.
"Orange juice is a common juice served at breakfast in South Africa."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Mango
Mango has a sweet orange flesh that is eaten during summer time, especially in December in South Africa. It is mostly eaten ripe.
2. Lychee
Lychee trees are mostly found in the north of South Africa and have slimy white flesh with rough brown skin.
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3. Peach
South Africa exports many varieties of peach around the world. A common favorite is a nectarine with smooth skin and juicy yellow fruit.
4. Grapes
Grapes are farmed mostly in the southern region of South Africa, and many cultivars are used for wine. It is exported and sold to the public from early November.
5. Orange
There are many farmers in the north of South Africa that farm and export oranges. They are also made into fruit juice.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #7Vegetables
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #7 - VEGETABLES 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most common vegetables in South Africa?
2. 1. patats
3. 2. mielies
4. 3. boontjie
5. 4. pampoen
6. 5. spinasie
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most common vegetables in South Africa?
2. 1. sweet potato
3. 2. corn
4. 3. green bean
5. 4. pumpkin
6. 5. spinach
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
patats sweet potato noun
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mielies corn noun
boontjie green bean noun
pampoen pumpkin noun
spinasie spinach noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Patats word baie geëet op Sondag middagetes.
"Sweet potato is often eaten at Sunday lunches."
Mielies proe die beste wanneer dit gebraai word oor 'n vuur.
"Corn tastes the best when it is grilled over a fire."
Boontjies en aartappel kan fyngedruk word met 'n bietjie botter om 'n heerlikke dis te maak.
"Green beans and potatoes can be mashed with some butter to make an amazing dish."
Elke kind is mal oor soet pampoen en kaneel.
"Every child loves sweet pumpkin and cinnamon."
Spinasie is een van die beste groente wat jy kan eet.
"Spinach is one of the best vegetables you can eat."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Sweet Potato
Sweet potato is a root vegetable which is roasted or boiled and served with Sunday lunches.
2. Corn
South African people like to roast corn over an open fire or boiled. It is enjoyed with butter and salt and is grinded to create other products, like pap.
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3. Green Bean
Green beans are kept in their pods and cooked with other vegetables for light lunches and dinners.
4. Pumpkin
South Africa has a variety of pumpkins and people eat it mostly at dinner, especially in a soup. The best one for soup is called the butternut pumpkin.
5. Spinach
Spinach is a leaf vegetable eaten raw or cooked and is eaten with a pap in many African homes.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #8Pop And Traditional Culture
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #8 - POP AND TRADITIONAL CULTURE 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five pop and traditional culture in South Africa?
2. 1. gumboot danse
3. 2. sokkie
4. 3. kwaito
5. 4. wyn proe
6. 5. braai
ENGLISH
1. What are the five pop and traditional culture in South Africa?
2. 1. gumboot dancing, African rhythmic dancing with gumboots.
3. 2. sokkie, ballroom style dancing with no preset steps
4. 3. kwaito, African style hip-hop dance to music with drum beats
5. 4. wine tasting
6. 5. barbeque
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
gumboot danse gumboot dance noun
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sokkie sokkie noun
kwaito kwaito noun
wyn proe wine tasting phrase
braai barbecue verb
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Die gumboot dans is vol energie.
"Gumboot dance is an African rhythmic dancing with gumboots."
Sokkies is 'n dans waar albei mense in die ritme van die music beweeg sonder enige spesifieke stappe.
"Sokkie is a dance where both people move to the rhythm of the music without specific steps."
Die kwaito dans is die baie interssant om te sien.
"The kwaito dance is very interesting to watch."
Die beste plek om wyn te proe is in die Kaap.
"The best place to go wine tasting is Cape Town."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Gumboot Dancing, African Rhythmic Dancing With Gumboots.
Gumboot dancing is usually danced at celebrations and is used to entertain tourists.
2. Sokkie, Ballroom Style Dancing With No Preset Steps
Sokkie dancing looks similar to ballroom dance. People dance Sokkie at big barbeques and events, like weddings or birthday parties.
3. Kwaito, African Style Hip-Hop Dance To Music With Drum Beats
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African people in South Africa are more familiar with Kwaito, and it is danced to hip-hop music.
4. Wine Tasting
Many people do wine tasting to learn about different wines and for entertainment in South Africa.
5. Barbeque
Barbeque is usually a social event where meat is barbequed, and friends and family socialize. People have it regularly, such as once a week or once a month.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #9Animals
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #9 - ANIMALS 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five common animals in South Africa?
2. 1. olifant
3. 2. leeu
4. 3. renoster
5. 4. cheetah
6. 5. snoek
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most common animals in South Africa?
2. 1. elephant
3. 2. lion
4. 3. rhino
5. 4. cheetah
6. 5. snoek, a long thin mackerel in the Southern Hemisphere
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
olifant elephant noun
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leeu lion noun
renoster rhinoceros noun
cheetah cheetah noun
snoek barracouta noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Die olifant se ivoor tande kan baie groot word.
"The elephants’ ivory teeth can become very large."
Die leeu se grootste vyand is die mens.
"The lion's biggest enemy is a man."
Die renoster gaan uitsterf as ons nie hulle beskerm nie.
"The rhino will become extinct if we do not protect them."
Die cheetah is die vinnigste land dier.
"The cheetah is the fastest land animal."
Baie mense vang snoek op die kus wanneer dit in seisoen is.
"Many people catch snoek on the coast when it is in season."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Elephant
Elephants are Africa's largest mammal, with large ears and big ivory tusks, and they are found in protected game reserves. You can find them also in South Africa.
2. Lion
In South Africa, many farmers breed lions to preserve the species.
3. Rhino
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Rhinos are an endangered species in Africa and Asia. They are protected by law in South Africa.
4. Cheetah
Cheetahs are also a protected species in South Africa, and it is a rare sight to see a cheetah hunt and catch their prey.
5. Snoek, Long Thin Mackerel In The Southern Hemisphere
People in Cape Town and along the coast love catching snoek in season and selling it to local fish restaurants.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #10Plants
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five common plants in South Africa?
2. 1. vygie
3. 2. acacia boom
4. 3. arum lelie
5. 4. protea blom
6. 5. kosmos blom
ENGLISH
1. What are the five common plants in South Africa?
2. 1. vygie, a shrubby succulent plant with a variety of colorful flowers
3. 2. acacia tree, a dark wood tree that has an umbrella-like look
4. 3. arum lily
5. 4. protea flower, a large pale pink flower from a woody shrub
6. 5. cosmos flower
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
vygie vygie noun
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acacia boom acacia tree noun
arum lelie arum lily noun
protea blom protea flower noun
kosmos blom cosmos flower noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Jy kan vygies in meeste tuine kry in Suid Afrika.
"You can find vygies in most gardens of South Africa."
Die acacia boom lyk verskriklik mooi in die sons ondergang.
"The acacia tree looks extremely beautiful in the sunset."
Die arum lelie blom langs die see naby Muizenberg.
"The arum lily blooms next to the sea, close to Muizenberg."
Die protea blom kan vir weke hou in 'n pot.
"The Protea flower can last for weeks in a pot."
Kosmos blomme kom in die mooiste kleure.
"Cosmos flowers come in the nicest colors."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Vygie, A Shrubby Succulent Plant With A Variety Of Colorful Flowers.
Vygies require little water and can grow in hot climates around South Africa. It is a favorite winter flower.
2. Acacia Tree, A Dark Wood Tree That Has An Umbrella-Like Look
The acacia tree is a very iconic 'African' tree and it creates amazing silhouettes during sunsets.
3. Arum Lily
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Arum lilies grow wild in the Cape Town area and it loves the moist ground.
4. Protea Flower, A Large Pale Pink Flower From A Woody Shrub
The protea is the national flower of South Africa and has a variety of colors.
5. Cosmos Flower
Cosmos flowers bloom in fall, which is around March and April in South Africa. For that reason, these flowers are associated with Easter Holidays.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #11Geographical Features
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five geographical features in South Africa?
2. 1. Kruger Nationale Park
3. 2. Addo Olifant Nationale Park
4. 3. Storms River
5. 4. Tsitsikamma Nationale Park
6. 5. Augrabies Nationale Waterfalle
ENGLISH
1. What are the five geographical features in South Africa?
2. 1. Kruger National Park
3. 2. Addo Elephant National Park
4. 3. Storms River
5. 4. Tsitsikamma National Park
6. 5. Augrabies National Falls
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Kruger Nationale Park Kruger National park proper noun
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Addo Olifant Nationale Park
Addo Elephant National Park proper noun
Storms River Storms River proper noun
Tsitsikamma Nationale Park Tsitsikamma National Park proper noun
Augrabies Nationale Waterfalle Augrabies National Falls proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Duisend mense stroom Kruger Nationale Park toe elke jaar.
"Thousands of people flock to Kruger National Park every year."
Addo Olifant park het baie tipes diere om te sien.
"Addo Elephant Park has many types of animals to see."
Die Storms Rivier area het baie mooi stap roetes.
"The Storms River area has beautiful hikes."
Daar is 'n gerug dat daar nogsteeds olifante in die Tsitsikamma woud is.
"There is a rumor that there are still elephants in Tsitsikamma forest."
Augrabiese Watervalle is 'n bekende toeriste aantreklikheid in die noorde van die land.
"Augrabies waterfalls is a famous tourist attraction in the north of the country."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Kruger National Park
The Kruger National Park has a large variety of plants and animals indigenous to South Africa.
2. Addo Elephant National Park
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Addo Elephant Park is near Port Elizabeth and hosts hundreds of elephants and other wildlife.
3. Storms River
Storms River area is the beginning point for many hikes into the Tsitsikamma forest.
4. Tsitsikamma National Park
The Tsitsikamma National Park is a coastal reserve well known for the forest and dramatic beaches.
5. Augrabies National Falls
Augrabies Falls is a large waterfall in a mostly dry area and has a unique atmosphere to it.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #12Cities
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five biggest cities in South Africa?
2. 1. Kaapstad
3. 2. Pretoria
4. 3. Johannesburg
5. 4. Durban
6. 5. Bloemfontein
ENGLISH
1. What are the five biggest cities in South Africa?
2. 1. Cape Town
3. 2. Pretoria
4. 3. Johannesburg
5. 4. Durban
6. 5. Bloemfontein
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Kaapstad Cape Town proper noun
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Pretoria Pretoria proper noun
Johannesburg Johannesburg proper noun
Durban Durban proper noun
Bloemfontein Bloemfontein proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Kaapstad is die mooiste plek op aarde.
"Cape Town is the most beautiful place on earth."
Kaapstad is bekend vir die verskeidenheid toerist aantreklikhede wat dit het.
"Cape Town is famous for the variety of tourist attractions it has."
Pretoria het die mooiste pers Jakanranda bome in November oor die hele stad.
"Pretoria has the most beautiful purple Jacaranda trees in November over the whole city."
Johannesburg het baie lekker restuarante en 'n besige nag lewe.
"Johannesburg has a lot of nice restaurants and an active nightlife."
Durban is 'n algemene Desember vakansie plek.
"Durban is a common place to go for December holiday."
Bloemfontein is amper in die middel van die land en is naby Clarens.
"Bloemfontein is almost in the middle of the country and is close to Clarens."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Cape Town
Cape Town is the best tourist city in South Africa.
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2. Pretoria
Pretoria is the capital city of South Africa.
3. Johannesburg
Johannesburg is the largest capital city and was established in 1886 with the discovery of gold.
4. Durban
Durban is a coastal city with the busiest port.
5. Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein is a small city in the interior of South Africa and the judicial capital of the country.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #13Sports
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #13 - SPORTS 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most popular sports in South Africa?
2. 1. rugby
3. 2. krieket
4. 3. sokker
5. 4. hokkie
6. 5. tennis
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most popular sports in South Africa?
2. 1. rugby
3. 2. cricket
4. 3. soccer
5. 4. hockey
6. 5. tennis
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
rugby rugby noun
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krieket cricket noun
sokker football noun
hokkie hockey noun
tennis tennis noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Meeste skole het rugby as 'n sport in die winter.
"Most schools have rugby as a sport in the winter."
Suid Afrika het die beste krieket span in die heelal.
"South Africa has the best cricket team in the universe."
Sokker word nou 'n groter sport in Suid Afrika.
"Soccer is becoming a bigger sport in South Africa."
Hokkie is meestal 'n vroue sport in Suid Afrika.
"Hockey is mostly a woman's sport in South Africa."
Tennis kan die hele jaar gespeel word.
"Tennis can be played all year round."
Al my mede-kollegas speel tennis, behalwe ek.
"All my coworkers play tennis except me."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Rugby
Rugby is the national sport in South Africa. Teams play with an oval ball that can be carried, kicked, and passed from hand to hand.
2. Cricket
The South African Cricket team is well-known internationally. They have won many international matches.
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3. Soccer
You can see many kids playing soccer near the side of the road in a city.
4. Hockey
Hockey is offered as a field sport in the winter time in many schools.
5. Tennis
Tennis is a winter sport in many schools and is played as a hobby for some.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #14Recreational Activities
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most popular recreational activities in South Africa?
2. 1. uiteet
3. 2. draf
4. 3. natuur ritte
5. 4. fliek
6. 5. gym
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most popular recreational activities in South Africa?
2. 1. eating out
3. 2. jog
4. 3. nature drives
5. 4. movie
6. 5. gym
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
uiteet eat out phrase
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draf jog noun
natuur ritte nature drives noun
fliek movie noun
gym gym noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Meer en meer Suid Afrikaanse mense eet uit in Japanese restuarante vir aandete.
"More and more South African people eat out at Japanese restaurants for dinner."
Jy sal baie mense kry wat gaan draf in Kaapstad.
"You will find many people going for a jog in Cape Town."
Natuur ritte is die beste saam met die familie.
"Nature drives are the best with family."
Suid Afrikaners hou daarvan om te gaan fliek oor naweke.
"South Africans like going for a movie over the weekend."
Jy kan 'n gym kry in elke dorp in Suid Afrika.
"You can find a gym in every town in South Africa."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Eating Out
Many South Africans go out for meals, and it can range from fancy restaurants to fish and chips on the beachfront.
2. Jog
There are many jogging or running events a person could join in South Africa.
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3. Nature Drives
If you live near a nature reserve, you could get a yearly pass to the gates to enter as many times as you like.
4. Movie
There is a movie theatre in most big cities, and many South Africans see a movie on the weekend.
5. Gym
Many South Africans enjoy going to the gym.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #15Tourist Attractions And Places
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AFRIKAANSPOD101.COM CULTURE CLASS: ESSENTIAL AFRIKAANS VOCABULARY S1 #15 - TOURIST ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES 2
AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most popular tourist attractions and places in South Africa?
2. 1. Gold Reef City
3. 2. Kaapstad
4. 3. Kimberley se gat
5. 4. Kango Grotte
6. 5. uShaka Marine World
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most popular tourist attractions and places in South Africa?
2. 1. Gold Reef City
3. 2. Cape Town
4. 3. The Big Hole
5. 4. Kango Caves
6. 5. uShaka Marine World
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Gold Reef City Gold Reef City proper noun
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Kaapstad Cape Town proper noun
Kimberley se gat The Big Hole proper noun
Kango Grotte Cango Caves proper noun
uShaka Marine World uShaka Marine World proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Kaapstad is die mooiste plek op aarde.
"Cape Town is the most beautiful place on earth."
Kaapstad is bekend vir die verskeidenheid toerist aantreklikhede wat dit het.
"Cape Town is famous for the variety of tourist attractions it has."
Duisende diamante was uit Kimberley se gat gegrawe.
"Thousands of diamonds were dug out of Kimberley's big hole."
Die Kango Grotte het 'n staproete in die grot in.
"The Cango Caves has a hiking route into the cave."
uShaka Marine World het 'n waterpark vir kinders.
"uShaka Marine World has a waterpark for children."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Gold Reef City
Gold Reef City is a theme park in Johannesburg and has adult and children education.
2. Cape Town
Cape Town is one of the most famous places in South Africa and has amazing views of Table Mountain and the ocean.
3. The Big Hole
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The Big Hole, Kimberley, is claimed to be the largest hole excavated by hand and can be seen when looking at Google Earth.
4. Cango Caves
The Cango Caves are a limestone ridge near Oudtshoorn and they attract many school groups and nature lovers.
5. uShaka Marine World
uShaka is based in Durban and has many attractions which include a marine theme park, oceanarium, dolphin shows, shopping, and beach activities.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #16Common Things In The Homes
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most common things in the homes in South Africa?
2. 1. opgestopte diere
3. 2. hout figure
4. 3. televisie
5. 4. diervel mat
6. 5. skilderye
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most common things in the homes in South Africa?
2. 1. stuffed animals
3. 2. wooden figures
4. 3. television
5. 4. animal skin carpet
6. 5. paintings
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
opgestopte diere stuffed animals phrase
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hout figure wooden figures phrase
televisie television noun
diervel mat animal skin carpet phrase
skilderye painting noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Baie jagters het opgestopte diere op hul mure.
"Many hunters have stuffed animals on their walls."
Daar is baie hout figure wat die familie verteenwoordig.
"There are many wooden figures that represent the family."
Daar is baie mense wat hulle gunsteling TV reeks kyk op weeksdae.
"Many people watch their favorite TV series on weekdays."
Die gastehuis het 'n diervel mat in die voorportaal.
"The guesthouse has an animal skin carpet in the foyer."
Die landskap skilderye van Suid Africa is pragtig.
"The landscape paintings of South Africa are beautiful."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Stuffed Animals
It was common for many hunters to stuff the heads of the animals they hunted and hang it on the wall.
2. Wooden Figures
Some African people use their skill in arts and crafts to make wooden figures and earn an extra income.
3. Television
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There is much local television shows that people like to watch around 6 or 7 pm after work.
4. Animal Skin Carpet
Carpets made from animal skin that has been treated and kept soft, usually zebra or cattle skin.
5. Paintings
There are many paintings of old Dutch houses on farms and paintings of mountains that many people have in their houses.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #17Commonly Used Medicine And
Drugs
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most commonly used medicine and drugs in South Africa?
2. 1. Paracetamol
3. 2. Ibuprofen
4. 3. Rennie
5. 4. Gaviscon
6. 5. Texa
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most commonly used medicine and drugs in South Africa?
2. 1. Paracetamol, a headache medication
3. 2. Ibuprofen, a sore muscle treatment
4. 3. Rennie, an acid reflux medication
5. 4. Gaviscon, an acid reflux medication
6. 5. Texa, an allergy medication
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Paracetamol Paracetamol proper noun
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Ibuprofen Ibuprofen proper noun
Rennie Rennie proper noun
Gaviscon Gaviscon proper noun
TexaTexa, an allergy
medication proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Paracetamol is beskikbaar in die gang 3.
"Paracetamol is available in aisle 3."
Ibuprofen is gewoonlik gebruik vir spier inflamasie.
"Ibuprofen is commonly used for muscle inflammation."
Rennies word gebruik om 'n suur maag te kalmeer.
"Rennies is used to calm an acidic stomach."
Gaviscon word in alle apteke verkoop.
"Gaviscon is sold in most pharmacies."
Baie mense wat allergies is vir katte drink texa.
"Many people who are allergic to cats drink Texa."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Paracetamol, A Headache Medication
Paracetamol is widely available in the aisles of most pharmacies.
2. Ibuprofen, A Sore Muscle Treatment
Ibuprofen helps with muscle pain and needs to be requested from the pharmacist counter.
3. Rennie, An Acid Reflux Medication
Rennie treats indigestion and general pain experienced after meals in the stomach region.
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4. Gaviscon, An Acid Reflux Medication
Gaviscon can be found in most pharmacies and treats acid reflux and indigestion.
5. Texa, An Allergy Medication
Texa is a medication used for itching and redness caused by an allergy.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #18Frequently Used Modes Of
Transportation
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most frequently used modes of transportation in South Africa?
2. 1. kar
3. 2. bus
4. 3. vliegtuig
5. 4. taksi
6. 5. trein
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most frequently used modes of transportation in South Africa?
2. 1. car
3. 2. bus
4. 3. airplane
5. 4. taxi
6. 5. train
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
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kar car noun
bus bus noun
vliegtuig airplane noun
taksi taxi noun
trein train noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Meeste mense gebruik 'n kar om rond te beweeg.
"Most people use cars to drive around in South Africa."
My kar het 'n pap wiel.
"My car has a flat tire."
Hy het 'n bloue kar gekies.
"He chose a blue car."
Busse is ook algemeen oor lang afstand te reis.
"Buses are also common for traveling long distances."
Ek sal 'n bus neem.
"I will take a bus."
Suid Afrika het 'n paar plaaslike lugrederye wat die nuuste vliegtuie het.
"South Africa has a few domestic airlines that have the newest airplanes."
Taksi's in Suid Afrika lyk soos minibusse.
"Taxis in South Africa look like minibuses."
Jy kan op 'n trein ry in die Kaap area.
"You can take the train in the Cape Town area."
Die volgende trein na Londen sal arriveer in dertig minute.
"The next train to London will arrive in thirty minutes."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
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1. Car
Most people use cars in South Africa as the public transport system is not very reliable.
2. Bus
It is common for people to take the bus in South Africa to destinations that are far from home.
3. Airplane
South Africa has two international airports and a few domestic airports.
4. Taxi
In South Africa, there are thousands of minibuses used for public transport.
5. Train
The train networks in Cape Town are used for public transport but not as much in Johannesburg.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #19Shops or Services In Town
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five shops or services in town in South Africa?
2. 1. apteek
3. 2. dokter
4. 3. physioterapeet
5. 4. tandarts
6. 5. haarkapper
ENGLISH
1. What are the five shops or services in town in South Africa?
2. 1. pharmacy
3. 2. doctor
4. 3. physiotherapist
5. 4. dentist
6. 5. hairdresser
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
apteek pharmacy noun
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dokter doctor, physician noun
physioterapeet physiotherapist noun
tandarts dentist noun
haarkapper barber noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Die apteek verkoop geskenke en medisyne.
"The pharmacy sells gifts and medicine."
Waar is die naaste Apteek?
"Where is the closest pharmacy?"
Dokters werk in baie besige hospitale met min geld in Suid Afrika.
"Doctors work in many busy hospitals with little money in South Africa."
‘n Dokter werk in ‘n hospitaal.
"A doctor works in a hospital."
'n Physioterapeet is 'n gerspekteerde beroep in Suid Afrika.
"The physiotherapist in South Africa is a well-respected profession."
Baie kinders hou nie van die tandarts nie.
"Many kids do not like the dentist."
Ek moet 'n pynpil neem elke keer as ek tandarts toe gaan.
"I have to take a painkiller every time I go to the dentist."
Haarkapper wat opgelei is in Suid Afrika kan oor die wêreld werk.
"A hairdresser trained in South Africa can work all around the world."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Pharmacy
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Pharmacies always have a pharmacist on duty, and some have a registered nurse.
2. Doctor
Doctors in South Africa are well trained and have substantial experience in accidents and emergencies.
3. Physiotherapist
There should be a physiotherapist in every town, and some of them offer exercise classes too.
4. Dentist
Dentists are well trained in South Africa, and the costs can be much cheaper compared to other countries.
5. Hairdresser
South Africa hairdressers can specialize in African hair and other hair types.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #20Popular Chain Stores
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most popular chain stores in South Africa?
2. 1. Pick and Pay
3. 2. Cape Union Mart
4. 3. Spar
5. 4. Woolworths
6. 5. Edgars
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most popular chain stores in South Africa?
2. 1. Pick and Pay
3. 2. Cape Union Mart
4. 3. Spar
5. 4. Woolworths
6. 5. Edgars
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Pick and Pay Pick and Pay proper noun
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Cape Union Mart Cape Union Mart proper noun
Spar Spar proper noun
Woolworths Woolworths proper noun
Edgars Edgars proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Pick and Pay het baie goeie winskopies oor die algemeen.
"Pick and Pay has many bargains in general."
Cape Union Mart het klere vir alle weer.
"Cape Union Mart has clothes for all weather."
Daar is 'n Spar in elke klein dorp.
"There is a Spar in every small town."
Woolworths het baie lekker vars kos.
"Woolworths has very nice fresh food."
Edgars het klere vir kinders en groot mense.
"Edgars has clothes for children and adults."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Pick And Pay
Pick and Pay is a supermarket chain store that offers a variety of food and other household goods.
2. Cape Union Mart
Cape Union Mart is well known for having great clothes and gear for hiking.
3. Spar
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Spar is a supermarket chain that is found in most towns and cities and it works with local farmers to sell produce.
4. Woolworths
Woolworths is mostly a more expensive clothes shop, but it also has food cafes across the country.
5. Edgars
Edgars has some good value clothing items, and they also provide some expensive clothing items.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #215 Food Souvenirs
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most popular food souvenirs in South Africa?
2. 1. Biltong
3. 2. blatjang
4. 3. appeltizer
5. 4. peppermint crisp sjokolade
6. 5. cape malay kerrie poeier
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most popular food souvenirs in South Africa?
2. 1. Biltong, cured meat similar to beef jerky
3. 2. chutney, a sweet and spicy fruit jam
4. 3. appetizer
5. 4. peppermint crisp chocolate
6. 5. Cape Malay curry powder
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Biltong Biltong proper noun
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blatjang chutney noun
appeltizer appetizer noun
peppermint crisp sjokolade
peppermint crisp chocolate phrase
cape malay kerrie poeier cape malay curry powder phrase
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Springbok biltong het 'n wilde en kruie smaak.
"Springbok biltong has a wild and herby taste."
Blatjang word in baie resepte met vleis gesit in Suid Afrika.
"Chutney is used in many dishes with meat in South Africa."
Appeltizer het geen ekstra suiker in nie.
"Appletizer does not have extra sugar in it."
Peppermint crisp het 'n lekker mint smaak veral saam met melk .
"Peppermint crisp chocolate has a nice minty taste, especially with milk."
Cape Malay kerrie poeier is 'n goeie geskenk vir mense wat hou van kook .
"Cape Malay curry powder is a good gift for people who like cooking."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Biltong, Cured Meat Similar To Beef Jerky
Biltong was made to preserve meat, as there were no fridges available a long time ago. All butcheries sell biltong in South Africa.
2. Chutney, Sweet And Spicy Fruit Jam
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Chutney is a common condiment found in most households in South Africa and commonly used with curries.
3. Appetizer
Appletizer is a favorite carbonated apple or grape juice and it’s available in most restaurants.
4. Peppermint Crisp Chocolate
Peppermint crisp is a chocolate coated peppermint candy that is sold all over the country.
5. Cape Malay Curry Powder
Cape Malay curry is a combination of sweet spices—like cinnamon, ginger, and dried fruit—in combination with garlic and onions.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #225 Writers
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AFRIKAANS
1. Who are the five most famous writers in South Africa?
2. 1. Antjie Krog
3. 2. André Brink
4. 3. Sindiwe Magona
5. 4. Zakes Mda
6. 5. Ingrid Jonker
ENGLISH
1. Who are the five most famous writers in South Africa?
2. 1. Antjie Krog
3. 2. André Brink
4. 3. Sindiwe Magona
5. 4. Zakes Mda
6. 5. Ingrid Jonker
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Antjie Krog Antjie Krog proper noun
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André Brink André Brink proper noun
Sindiwe Magona Sindiwe Magona proper noun
Zakes Mda Zakes Mda proper noun
Ingrid Jonker Ingrid Jonker proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Antjie Krog het gedigte geskryf wat gepraat het mense se harte.
"Antjie Krog wrote poems that spoke to the hearts of people."
André Brink se boeke help mense Suid Afrika beter verstaan.
"André Brink books helped people understand South Africa better."
Sindiwe Magona het baie van haar eie ondervindings geskryf.
"Sindiwe Magona wrote about her own experiences."
Zakes Mda was 'n goeie akteur en skrywer.
"Zakes Mda was a good actor and writer."
Ingrid Jonker se gedigte was baie diep en betekenisvol.
"Ingrid Jonkers' poems were very deep and meaningful."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Antjie Krog
Antjie Krog wrote many books and poems, but the book 'Country of my Skull: On the South African Truth and Reconciliation Commission' is a great read to understand the history of South Africa.
2. André Brink
André Brink had a book banned by the South African government in the apartheid time, as it was written about the torture of black people under apartheid.
3. Sindiwe Magona
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Magona wrote on her own experience of being a domestic worker during the apartheid time.
4. Zakes Mda
Zakes Mda, a novelist, poet, and playwright, has won many awards in South Africa and Britain.
5. Ingrid Jonker
Ingrid Jonker was a writer and poet who stood against apartheid; she had a very tragic death by drowning.
LESSON NOTES
Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #235 Historical Figures
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AFRIKAANS
1. Who are the five most historical figures in South Africa?
2. 1. Nelson Mandela
3. 2. Desmond Tutu
4. 3. Helen Suzman
5. 4. Hansie Cronje
6. 5. Christiaan Neethling Barnard
ENGLISH
1. Who are the five most historical figures in South Africa?
2. 1. Nelson Mandela
3. 2. Desmond Tutu
4. 3. Helen Suzman
5. 4. Hansie Cronje
6. 5. Christiaan Neethling Barnard
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela proper noun
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Desmond Tutu Desmond Tutu proper noun
Helen Suzman Helen Suzman proper noun
Hansie Cronje Hansie Cronje proper noun
Christiaan Neethling Barnard
Christiaan Neethling Barnard proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Nelson Mandela het Afrikaans geleer om Afrikaners se kultuur beter te verstaan.
"Nelson Mandela learned Afrikaans to understand Afrikaner culture better."
Desmond Tutu het 'n vriendelikke persoonlikheid.
"Desmond Tutu has a friendly personality."
Helen Suzman het vas gestaan vir haar idees.
"Helen Suzman stood fast to her beliefs."
Hansie Cronje was 'n goeie man en 'n goeie krieket speler.
"Hansie Cronje was a good man and a good cricket player."
Christiaan Neethling Barnard het 'n groot risiko gevat met die eerste hart oorplanting.
"Christiaan Neethling Barnard took a big risk doing the first heart transplant."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela is considered the Father of the Nation, and he was the first black president of South Africa in 1994.
2. Desmond Tutu
Desmond Tutu fought against apartheid and he became the first black South African Archbishop of Cape Town. He is a well known religious figure.
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3. Helen Suzman
Helen Suzman was one of the only white people in parliament against apartheid and challenged the National Party and its racist policies.
4. Hansie Cronje
Hansie Cronje was a great captain of the South African cricket team despite being banned from the sport due to being found guilty of a match-fixing scandal.
5. Christiaan Neethling Barnard
Christiaan Neethling Barnard did the first human-to-human transplant on 3 December 1967 at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #245 Musicians
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AFRIKAANS
1. Who are the five most popular musicians in South Africa?
2. 1. Arno Carstens
3. 2. PJ Powers
4. 3. Bobby van Jaarsveld
5. 4. Karen Zoid
6. 5. Koos Kombuis
ENGLISH
1. Who are the five most popular musicians in South Africa?
2. 1. Arno Carstens
3. 2. PJ Powers
4. 3. Bobby van Jaarsveld
5. 4. Karen Zoid
6. 5. Koos Kombuis
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
Arno Carstens Arno Carstens proper noun
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PJ Powers PJ Powers proper noun
Bobby van Jaarsveld Bobby van Jaarsveld proper noun
Karen Zoid Karen Zoid proper noun
Koos Kombuis Koos Kombuis proper noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Arno Carstens het gereis na baie lande om te sing.
"Arno Carstens has traveled to many countries to sing."
PJ Powers is bekend in die London area.
"PJ Powers is well known in the London area."
Bobby van Jaarsveld en sy vrou het twee kinders.
"Bobby van Jaarsveld and his wife have two kids."
Karen Zoid bied 'n Afrikaanse program op TV aan.
"Karen Zoid presents an Afrikaans program on TV."
Koos Kombuis se beste liedtjie is 'Lisa se klavier'.
"Koos Kombuis's best song is 'Lisa's Piano.'"
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Arno Carstens
Arno Carstens is a well-known rock artist in South Africa and was part of the Springbok Nude Girls band.
2. Pj Powers
PJ Powers was part of a band called 'Mange Groove' and has performed with 'Ladysmith Black Mambazo' at many events.
3. Bobby Van Jaarsveld
Bobby van Jaarsveld sings Afrikaans pop and has also been in a few movies and series.
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4. Karen Zoid
Karen Zoid is a rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter. She performs in Afrikaans and English and has been named the Queen of Rock.
5. Koos Kombuis
Koos Kombuis is a musician, singer, songwriter, and writer who was against the apartheid and used his music as a form of rebellion.
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Culture Class: Essential Afrikaans Vocabulary S1 #255 Natural Disasters
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AFRIKAANS
1. What are the five most common natural disasters in South Africa?
2. 1. vloede
3. 2. droogte
4. 3. vuur
5. 4. hael
6. 5. tornado
ENGLISH
1. What are the five most common natural disasters in South Africa?
2. 1. floods
3. 2. drought
4. 3. fire
5. 4. hail
6. 5. tornado
VOCABULARY
Afrikaans English Class
vloede flood noun
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droogte drought noun
vuur fire noun
hael hail noun
tornado tornado noun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Daar was onlangs 'n vloed in Johannesburg.
"There was a flood in Johannesburg recently."
Baie mense in die Wes Kaap sukkel as gevolg van die droogte.
"Many people in the Western Cape are struggling because of the drought."
Dit is algemeen vir vure in die fynbos areas van die Kaap om maklik te versprei wanneer dit brand.
"It is common for a fire in the Fynbos area of Cape Town to spread fire easily when it burns."
Hael storms is algemeen in Johannesburg area in die somer.
"Hailstorms are common in the Johannesburg area over the summer."
Tornados is nie so erg in Suid Afrika soos dit in die VSA is nie.
"Tornadoes are not as bad in South Africa as they are in the U.S.A."
CULTURAL INSIGHT
1. Floods
Floods are common in South Africa in the summertime, especially near man-made dams.
2. Drought
Some areas of South Africa can experience drought over the summer time.
3. Fire
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Fires are common all around the country, but especially in the summer near Cape Town and in the winter near Johannesburg.
4. Hail
The Johannesburg area and the northern area have very bad hail spells in the summer.
5. Tornado
Tornadoes are not very common in South Africa, but there have been a few in the past couple of years.
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