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In this lesson, we will dive into the fascinating world of prepositions of time in the Tswana language. Understanding prepositions is crucial because they help us describe when things happen—something that is essential for effective communication. Whether you want to express when you’ll meet a friend or when an event will occur, mastering these prepositions will empower you to form more complex and meaningful sentences.

Prepositions of time in Tswana include words like "before," "after," and "during." These terms allow us to situate actions and events within a timeframe, making our conversations richer and clearer. By the end of this lesson, you’ll not only recognize these prepositions but also know how to use them in sentences correctly.

Let’s outline what we’ll cover in today’s lesson:

1. Introduction to Prepositions of Time: What they are and why they matter.

2. Common Prepositions of Time in Tswana: A list and explanations.

3. Examples of Usage: Illustrative sentences showcasing each preposition.

4. Exercises: Practical scenarios to apply what you’ve learned.

5. Solutions and Explanations: Detailed breakdown of the exercises.

Introduction to Prepositions of Time[edit | edit source]

Prepositions of time tell us when something happens, making them vital for everyday conversations. In Tswana, these prepositions can indicate specific times, durations, or sequences of events. For instance, “before” can suggest a time prior to an event, while “after” indicates a time following an event.

Understanding these prepositions will greatly enhance your ability to express timelines in Tswana, leading to more nuanced and engaging conversations.

Common Prepositions of Time in Tswana[edit | edit source]

Let’s explore some of the most common prepositions of time in Tswana:

Tswana	Pronunciation	English
pele	/ˈpɛlɛ/	before
morago	/moˈraɡo/	after
nakong	/naˈkoŋ/	during
mo nakong	/mo naˈkoŋ/	at the time of
go simolola	/ɡo siˈmoˈlola/	to start (referring to the start of time)
go tloga	/ɡo ˈtloɡa/	from (referring to the starting point in time)
go fitlha	/ɡo fiˈtla/	until
ka letsatsi	/ka leˈtsa/	on the day of
ka ngwaga	/ka ˈŋwaɡa/	in the year
ka borai	/ka boˈrai/	in the month

Examples of Usage[edit | edit source]

Now that we know some common prepositions of time, let’s see how they work in sentences. Here are some examples:

Tswana	Pronunciation	English
Ke tla etela ngwana pele.	/ke tla eˈtɛla ˈŋwana ˈpɛlɛ/	I will visit the child before.
Re tla kopana morago.	/re tla koˈpana moˈraɡo/	We will meet after.
O ntse a bala nakong ya borai.	/o nˈtsɛ a ˈbala naˈkoŋ ja boˈrai/	He is reading during the month of August.
Ke a etela mo nakong ya ngwaga.	/ke a eˈtɛla mo naˈkoŋ ja ˈŋwaɡa/	I am visiting at the time of the year.
Go simolola ka letsatsi la borai, re tla etela.	/ɡo siˈmoˈlola ka leˈtsa la boˈrai, re tla eˈtɛla/	Starting on the day of the festival, we will visit.
Ke a ja go tloga ka ngwaga e e fetileng.	/ke a ja ɡo ˈtloɡa ka ˈŋwaɡa e e feˈtileng/	I have been eating since last year.
O tshwanetse go fitlha ka morago ga borai.	/o tswanaˈte ɡo fiˈtla ka moˈraɡo ɡa boˈrai/	You must arrive until after the festival.
Re tla dira mo nakong ya borai.	/re tla ˈdira mo naˈkoŋ ja boˈrai/	We will work at the time of the festival.
Ke tla etela ngwaga ya borai.	/ke tla eˈtɛla ˈŋwaɡa ja boˈrai/	I will visit in the year of the festival.
Ke a ya ka letsatsi la borai.	/ke a ja ka leˈtsa la boˈrai/	I am going on the day of the festival.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now it’s your turn to practice! Below are some exercises that will help you apply what you’ve learned about prepositions of time.

Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition of time:

1. Ke tla etela ______. (before/after)

2. O tshwanetse go fitlha ______. (until/during)

3. Re tla sebetsa ______ ngwaga. (in/on)

4. Go simolola ______, re tla etela. (after/before)

5. O a bala ______ ngwaga e e fetileng. (during/before)

Translate the following sentences into Tswana:

6. I will come before the evening.

7. We will leave after the meeting.

8. They are reading during the holiday.

9. I will wait until the end.

10. We will celebrate on the day of the wedding.

Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

Let’s go through the exercises together and see how you did!

1. Ke tla etela pele. (before)

2. O tshwanetseng go fitlha ka ngwaga. (until)

3. Re tla sebetsa ka ngwaga. (in)

4. Go simolola morago, re tla etela. (after)

5. O a bala nakong ngwaga e e fetileng. (during)

For the translation exercises:

6. Ke tla etela pele ka borai. (I will come before the evening.)

7. Re tla tloga morago ga kopano. (We will leave after the meeting.)

8. Ba a bala nakong ya borai. (They are reading during the holiday.)

9. Ke tla emela go fitlha borai. (I will wait until the end.)

10. Re tla keteka ka letsatsi la lenyalo. (We will celebrate on the day of the wedding.)

Congratulations on completing this lesson! Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these prepositions in your daily conversations to enhance your fluency in Tswana.

Table of Contents - Tswana Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Basic Greetings

Sentence Structure

Numbers

Days of the Week and Months

Nouns and Articles

Common Objects and Places

Adjectives and Adverbs

Food and Drink

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Family and Relationships

Possessives and Demonstratives

Tswana Traditions and Customs

Tswana Holidays and Celebrations

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+In this lesson, we will dive into the fascinating world of '''prepositions of time''' in the Tswana language. Understanding prepositions is crucial because they help us describe when things happen—something that is essential for effective communication. Whether you want to express when you’ll meet a friend or when an event will occur, mastering these prepositions will empower you to form more complex and meaningful sentences.
+'''Prepositions of time''' in Tswana include words like "before," "after," and "during." These terms allow us to situate actions and events within a timeframe, making our conversations richer and clearer. By the end of this lesson, you’ll not only recognize these prepositions but also know how to use them in sentences correctly.
+Let’s outline what we’ll cover in today’s lesson:
-<div class="pg_page_title">[[Language/Tswana|Tswana]]  → [[Language/Tswana/Grammar|Grammar]] → [[Language/Tswana/Grammar/0-to-A1-Course|0 to A1 Course]] → Prepositions and Conjunctions → Prepositions of Time</div>
+. '''Introduction to Prepositions of Time''': What they are and why they matter.
-__TOC__
+. '''Common Prepositions of Time in Tswana''': A list and explanations.
-== Introduction ==
+. '''Examples of Usage''': Illustrative sentences showcasing each preposition.
-In this lesson, we will focus on prepositions of time in Tswana. Prepositions are words that are used to show the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence. Prepositions of time are used to describe the timing of an event in relation to another event, a specific time, or a period of time.
+. '''Exercises''': Practical scenarios to apply what you’ve learned.
-By the end of this lesson, you will learn how to use prepositions of time in Tswana sentences, such as "before," "after," and "during." We will also discuss some cultural information and interesting facts related to the use of prepositions in Tswana.
+. '''Solutions and Explanations''': Detailed breakdown of the exercises.
-== Prepositions of Time ==
+__TOC__
-Prepositions of time are used to indicate when events occur. These prepositions describe the temporal relationship between two events or between an event and a specific point in time. In Tswana, prepositions of time include the following:
+=== Introduction to Prepositions of Time ===
-* Fela
+Prepositions of time tell us when something happens, making them vital for everyday conversations. In Tswana, these prepositions can indicate specific times, durations, or sequences of events. For instance, “before” can suggest a time prior to an event, while “after” indicates a time following an event.
-* Kua
-* Kua ntlha
-* Mmualebe
-* Go feta
-=== Fela ===
+Understanding these prepositions will greatly enhance your ability to express timelines in Tswana, leading to more nuanced and engaging conversations.
-Fela is a preposition in Tswana that indicates "just" or "only." This preposition can be used to imply that something is happening right now or has just happened.
+=== Common Prepositions of Time in Tswana ===
-Examples:
+Let’s explore some of the most common prepositions of time in Tswana:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Tswana !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Ke fela jaana. || keh FEH-lah jah-NAH || I'm just eating.
+| pele || /ˈpɛlɛ/ || before
+|-
+| morago || /moˈraɡo/ || after
+|-
+| nakong || /naˈkoŋ/ || during
+|-
+| mo nakong || /mo naˈkoŋ/ || at the time of
+|-
+| go simolola || /ɡo siˈmoˈlola/ || to start (referring to the start of time)
+|-
+| go tloga || /ɡo ˈtloɡa/ || from (referring to the starting point in time)
 |-
-| Ba fela ba re tshwere ba itlhakga. || bah FEH-lah bah reh tshweh-reh bah itlhah-kah || They only said hello to us.
-|}
-=== Kua ===
+| go fitlha || /ɡo fiˈtla/ || until
-Kua is a preposition in Tswana that indicates "at" or "on." This preposition is used to refer to a specific point in time or a day of the week.
+|-
-Examples:
+| ka letsatsi || /ka leˈtsa/ || on the day of
-{| class="wikitable"
-! Tswana !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| O kua nkgong ya gae pele. || oh koo-ah n'kohng yah gah-eh PEH-leh || He will be at home tomorrow.
+| ka ngwaga || /ka ˈŋwaɡa/ || in the year
 |-
-| Kea sale kua Zibonele. || keh-ah SAH-leh koo-ah zee-boh-neh-leh || I arrived on Monday at Zibonele.
+| ka borai || /ka boˈrai/ || in the month
 |}
-=== Kua ntlha ===
+=== Examples of Usage ===
-Kua ntlha means "during" or "while" in Tswana. This preposition is used to indicate the duration of an event or activity.
+Now that we know some common prepositions of time, let’s see how they work in sentences. Here are some examples:
-Examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
-{| class="wikitable"
 ! Tswana !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Ke kopa o a koteng kua ntlha ya Naledi. || keh koh-pah oh ah koh-tehng koo-ah n'tlah yah nah-LEH-dee || I'm asking if you're available during the Naledi concert.
+| Ke tla etela ngwana pele. || /ke tla eˈtɛla ˈŋwana ˈpɛlɛ/ || I will visit the child before.
+|-
+| Re tla kopana morago. || /re tla koˈpana moˈraɡo/ || We will meet after.
+|-
+| O ntse a bala nakong ya borai. || /o nˈtsɛ a ˈbala naˈkoŋ ja boˈrai/ || He is reading during the month of August.
 |-
-| Re tla bowa kua ntlha ya Maitlhomo. || reh tlhah boh-wah koo-ah n'tlah yah mah-ee-TLOH-moh || We'll be dancing during the Maitlhomo ceremony.
-|}
-=== Mmualebe ===
+| Ke a etela mo nakong ya ngwaga. || /ke a eˈtɛla mo naˈkoŋ ja ˈŋwaɡa/ || I am visiting at the time of the year.
-Mmualebe is a preposition in Tswana that indicates "before" or "prior to." This preposition is used to describe an event that has occurred before another event.
+|-
-Examples:
+| Go simolola ka letsatsi la borai, re tla etela. || /ɡo siˈmoˈlola ka leˈtsa la boˈrai, re tla eˈtɛla/ || Starting on the day of the festival, we will visit.
-{| class="wikitable"
-! Tswana !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Ke mmualebe ke boneng Mookodi. || keh mmwah-LEH-beh keh boh-nehng moh-koh-dee || I saw Mookodi before.
+| Ke a ja go tloga ka ngwaga e e fetileng. || /ke a ja ɡo ˈtloɡa ka ˈŋwaɡa e e feˈtileng/ || I have been eating since last year.
 |-
-| Rea itlhakela mmualebe re tle rea fola. || reh-ah ee-tlhah-keh-lah mMmwah-LEH-beh reh tl'eh reh-ah foh-lah || We're getting dressed before we go out.
-|}
-=== Go feta ===
+| O tshwanetse go fitlha ka morago ga borai. || /o tswanaˈte ɡo fiˈtla ka moˈraɡo ɡa boˈrai/ || You must arrive until after the festival.
-Go feta means "after" in Tswana. This preposition is used to describe an event that has occurred after another event.
+|-
-Examples:
+| Re tla dira mo nakong ya borai. || /re tla ˈdira mo naˈkoŋ ja boˈrai/ || We will work at the time of the festival.
-{| class="wikitable"
-! Tswana !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Ke tsene ka gonne ke go feta. || keh tseh-neh kah goh-neh keh goh FEH-tah || I entered after her.
+| Ke tla etela ngwaga ya borai. || /ke tla eˈtɛla ˈŋwaɡa ja boˈrai/ || I will visit in the year of the festival.
 |-
-| Ke tla bona go feta matsatsi a rona. || keh tl'ah boh-nah goh FEH-tah mah-TSAH-tsee ah roh-nah || I will see you after our exams.
+| Ke a ya ka letsatsi la borai. || /ke a ja ka leˈtsa la boˈrai/ || I am going on the day of the festival.
 |}
-== Cultural Information ==
+=== Exercises ===
+Now it’s your turn to practice! Below are some exercises that will help you apply what you’ve learned about prepositions of time.
-Tswana prepositions of time are commonly used to describe events and activities that are significant in Tswana culture. For example, the preposition "kua" (at/on) is frequently used to describe significant events such as weddings, funerals, and other cultural celebrations that occur on a specific day or at a specific time.
+''Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition of time:''
-Tswana culture is steeped in tradition and is deeply rooted in the importance of family, community, and respect for elders. As a result, the prepositions of time in Tswana often emphasize the relationships between individuals and their activities during specific periods of time.
+. Ke tla etela ______. (before/after)
-== Conclusion ==
+. O tshwanetse go fitlha ______. (until/during)
-Prepositions of time are an essential aspect of the Tswana language. In this lesson, we focused on learning prepositions such as "before," "after," and "during" and how to use them in Tswana sentences. We also discussed some cultural information related to Tswana prepositions of time.
+. Re tla sebetsa ______ ngwaga. (in/on)
-By mastering prepositions of time in Tswana, you'll be able to express yourself effectively in daily conversations and more complex situations, such as describing historical events, telling stories, and describing cultural activities.
+. Go simolola ______, re tla etela. (after/before)
-Remember to practice using these prepositions in Tswana sentences often, so you can become more comfortable and confident in your usage of them. With practice and dedication, you will soon become proficient in using Tswana prepositions of time accurately and fluently.
+. O a bala ______ ngwaga e e fetileng. (during/before)
+''Translate the following sentences into Tswana:''
+. I will come before the evening.
+. We will leave after the meeting.
+. They are reading during the holiday.
+. I will wait until the end.
+. We will celebrate on the day of the wedding.
+=== Solutions and Explanations ===
+Let’s go through the exercises together and see how you did!
+. Ke tla etela '''pele'''. (before)
+. O tshwanetseng go fitlha '''ka ngwaga'''. (until)
+. Re tla sebetsa '''ka ngwaga'''. (in)
+. Go simolola '''morago''', re tla etela. (after)
+. O a bala '''nakong''' ngwaga e e fetileng. (during)
+For the translation exercises:
+. Ke tla etela '''pele''' ka borai. (I will come before the evening.)
+. Re tla tloga '''morago''' ga kopano. (We will leave after the meeting.)
+. Ba a bala '''nakong''' ya borai. (They are reading during the holiday.)
+. Ke tla emela '''go fitlha''' borai. (I will wait until the end.)
+. Re tla keteka '''ka letsatsi''' la lenyalo. (We will celebrate on the day of the wedding.)
+Congratulations on completing this lesson! Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these prepositions in your daily conversations to enhance your fluency in Tswana.
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