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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/xhosa Xhosa] learners! 😊<br>
In this lesson, we will learn about the Xhosa grammar for the future tense. We will discover how to form the future tense, how to conjugate verbs, and we will look at some examples.


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== Introduction ==
Introduction:
Welcome to the lesson on Xhosa Grammar, specifically focusing on the Future Tense. In the previous lessons, we have covered the Present Tense and the Past Tense, so it is time to move forward and explore how to conjugate verbs in the future tense. This is an essential aspect of the Xhosa language as it allows us to express actions and events that will happen in the future. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently conjugate verbs in the future tense and use them in sentences. Let's dive in!


The future tense in Xhosa is used to describe events or actions that have not yet happened but will happen in the future. The future tense is an important part of Xhosa grammar because it allows us to communicate plans and make future arrangements.  
The Future Tense in Xhosa:
In Xhosa, the future tense is used to talk about actions or events that will happen in the future. It is formed by adding a specific set of prefixes to the verb stem. These prefixes indicate the subject of the sentence and are similar to the ones used in the present and past tenses. However, in the future tense, the prefixes are slightly different. Let's take a closer look at how to conjugate verbs in the future tense.


To form the future tense, we combine the auxiliary verb "za" (meaning "be about to") with the infinitive of the main verb. Therefore, the structure is "za + infinitive verb".
Conjugating Verbs in the Future Tense:
To conjugate verbs in the future tense, we need to add the appropriate subject prefix to the verb stem. The subject prefixes in the future tense are as follows:


Table 1: Subject Prefixes in the Future Tense
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! Subject !! Prefix
|-
| I (first person singular) || ndi-
|-
| You (singular) || u-
|-
| He/She/It || i-
|-
| We (inclusive) || si-
|-
| We (exclusive) || thi-
|-
| You (plural) || ni-
|-
| They || ba-
|}


<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Xhosa/Grammar/Negation|Negation]] & [[Language/Xhosa/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]].</span>
To form the future tense, we add these subject prefixes to the verb stem. Let's see some examples:
== Conjugating Verbs in the Future Tense ==
 
In Xhosa, verbs are not conjugated according to person or number, so the same form of the verb is used for all subjects. Below, you can find examples of the verb "ukufunda" (meaning "to learn") in the future tense.


Table 2: Conjugating Verbs in the Future Tense
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! Xhosa !! Pronunciation !! English
! English !! Xhosa
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| I will eat || ndiya-eza
|-
| You will eat || uya-eza
|-
| He/She/It will eat || iya-eza
|-
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| uza kufunda  || oo-zah koo-foon-dah || I will learn / he, she, it will learn / they will learn
| We (inclusive) will eat || siya-eza
|-
| We (exclusive) will eat || thiya-eza
|-
| You (plural) will eat || niya-eza
|-
| They will eat || baye-eza
|}
|}


== Examples ==
As you can see from the examples, the subject prefixes are added before the verb stem. The verb stem remains the same in the future tense. It is important to note that the future tense is not marked by any additional suffixes or changes to the verb stem. The subject prefixes alone indicate the future tense in Xhosa.
 
Usage of the Future Tense:
The future tense is used to express actions or events that will happen in the future. It is commonly used in everyday conversations to talk about plans, intentions, predictions, and future events. Here are some examples to illustrate the usage of the future tense in Xhosa:
 
1. "Tomorrow, I will go to the market."
  - "NgoMsombuluko, ndiya-kuya emakethe."
 
2. "She will study for her exam next week."
  - "Uya-funda isiqhelo sakhe isonto elizayo."
 
3. "We will meet at the restaurant later."
  - "Siya-hambana e-Restaurant kwelinye ixesha."
 
4. "They will visit their grandparents during the school holidays."
  - "Baye-ya-bonisa abagogo babo ngezikhathi zesikolo."
 
As you can see, the future tense allows us to talk about future actions and events with ease. It is an important aspect of the Xhosa language and is widely used in various contexts.
 
Cultural Insights:
In Xhosa culture, planning for the future is highly valued. The concept of "ubuntu" plays a significant role in Xhosa society, emphasizing the interconnectedness of individuals and their responsibilities towards the community. This communal mindset often translates into an emphasis on future planning and considering the impact of one's actions on the collective. Therefore, the future tense in Xhosa reflects this cultural value of planning and accountability.
 
Now, let's move on to some exercises to practice conjugating verbs in the future tense.


Below are some examples of how to use the future tense in Xhosa:
Exercise 1: Conjugation Practice
Conjugate the following verbs in the future tense according to the given subject.


* Ndiya za kufunda abafundi besikolo sakwaNtu. (I am about to teach the students at Ntu's school.)  
1. "to sing"
* Uza kuxo ke ukuhamba. (He is about to travel abroad.)  
  - I will sing: ____________________
* Abantu bazakuva isilwane. (The people will hear the animal.)
  - You (singular) will sing: ____________________
* Mabuya mama kusasa. (Mom should come back tomorrow morning.)  
  - He/She/It will sing: ____________________
  - We (inclusive) will sing: ____________________
  - We (exclusive) will sing: ____________________
  - You (plural) will sing: ____________________
  - They will sing: ____________________


Here is a dialogue to illustrate the Xhosa grammar for the future tense:
2. "to dance"
  - I will dance: ____________________
  - You (singular) will dance: ____________________
  - He/She/It will dance: ____________________
  - We (inclusive) will dance: ____________________
  - We (exclusive) will dance: ____________________
  - You (plural) will dance: ____________________
  - They will dance: ____________________


* Person 1: Ndiya za kumnikela intlawulo. (I am about to give him the solution.)
Exercise 1: Solution
* Person 2: Ende nawe uthe ngowokuqala kuba ufuna amandla kanjalo. (Are you going with him because you want to be influential like that?)  
1. "to sing"
* Person 1: Ewe, ndifuna bayoleke ngam. (Yes, I want them to rely on me.)  
  - I will sing: ndiya-theta
  - You (singular) will sing: uya-theta
  - He/She/It will sing: iya-theta
  - We (inclusive) will sing: siya-theta
  - We (exclusive) will sing: thiya-theta
  - You (plural) will sing: niya-theta
  - They will sing: ba-ya-theta


== Using the Future Tense in Everyday Conversations ==
2. "to dance"
  - I will dance: ndiya-nceda
  - You (singular) will dance: uya-nceda
  - He/She/It will dance: iya-nceda
  - We (inclusive) will dance: siya-nceda
  - We (exclusive) will dance: thiya-nceda
  - You (plural) will dance: niya-nceda
  - They will dance: ba-ya-nceda


Using the future tense in everyday conversations is an essential part of becoming fluent in Xhosa. You can talk about future arrangements, such as meetings or events, plans, predictions, and more.  
Great job! Now you are becoming more familiar with conjugating verbs in the future tense. Keep practicing to reinforce your understanding.


For example, you can say:
In this lesson, we have explored the future tense in Xhosa and learned how to conjugate verbs to express future actions and events. We have seen examples of verb conjugation in the future tense and discussed the cultural significance of future planning in Xhosa society. By mastering the future tense, you will be able to confidently communicate about future plans and express intentions in Xhosa.


* Kusuka buka somandla kwasolwandle ngelixa kuthiwa asibolangeni. (The storm will come from the ocean when they say we're not ready.)
Remember to practice regularly and use the future tense in your conversations to solidify your understanding. In the next lesson, we will continue our journey through Xhosa grammar by exploring new topics. Stay motivated and keep up the great work!
* Iziko likaRhodes lisalulekile kakhulu, kodwa lapha ngamunye uyakuza akuphinde akhulelwe umntana wakwe. (The Rhodes Memorial is very beautiful, but when someone comes here, he will never leave his child unattended.)
 
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In conclusion, the future tense in Xhosa is formed by combining the auxiliary verb "za" with the infinitive of the main verb. Verbs are not conjugated according to person or number, and the same form is used for all subjects. Using the future tense is essential for everyday conversations because it allows us to communicate future plans, arrangements, and predictions.


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Introduction: Welcome to the lesson on Xhosa Grammar, specifically focusing on the Future Tense. In the previous lessons, we have covered the Present Tense and the Past Tense, so it is time to move forward and explore how to conjugate verbs in the future tense. This is an essential aspect of the Xhosa language as it allows us to express actions and events that will happen in the future. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently conjugate verbs in the future tense and use them in sentences. Let's dive in!

The Future Tense in Xhosa: In Xhosa, the future tense is used to talk about actions or events that will happen in the future. It is formed by adding a specific set of prefixes to the verb stem. These prefixes indicate the subject of the sentence and are similar to the ones used in the present and past tenses. However, in the future tense, the prefixes are slightly different. Let's take a closer look at how to conjugate verbs in the future tense.

Conjugating Verbs in the Future Tense: To conjugate verbs in the future tense, we need to add the appropriate subject prefix to the verb stem. The subject prefixes in the future tense are as follows:

Table 1: Subject Prefixes in the Future Tense

Subject Prefix
I (first person singular) ndi-
You (singular) u-
He/She/It i-
We (inclusive) si-
We (exclusive) thi-
You (plural) ni-
They ba-

To form the future tense, we add these subject prefixes to the verb stem. Let's see some examples:

Table 2: Conjugating Verbs in the Future Tense

English Xhosa
I will eat ndiya-eza
You will eat uya-eza
He/She/It will eat iya-eza
We (inclusive) will eat siya-eza
We (exclusive) will eat thiya-eza
You (plural) will eat niya-eza
They will eat baye-eza

As you can see from the examples, the subject prefixes are added before the verb stem. The verb stem remains the same in the future tense. It is important to note that the future tense is not marked by any additional suffixes or changes to the verb stem. The subject prefixes alone indicate the future tense in Xhosa.

Usage of the Future Tense: The future tense is used to express actions or events that will happen in the future. It is commonly used in everyday conversations to talk about plans, intentions, predictions, and future events. Here are some examples to illustrate the usage of the future tense in Xhosa:

1. "Tomorrow, I will go to the market." 

  - "NgoMsombuluko, ndiya-kuya emakethe."

2. "She will study for her exam next week." 

  - "Uya-funda isiqhelo sakhe isonto elizayo."

3. "We will meet at the restaurant later." 

  - "Siya-hambana e-Restaurant kwelinye ixesha."

4. "They will visit their grandparents during the school holidays." 

  - "Baye-ya-bonisa abagogo babo ngezikhathi zesikolo."

As you can see, the future tense allows us to talk about future actions and events with ease. It is an important aspect of the Xhosa language and is widely used in various contexts.

Cultural Insights: In Xhosa culture, planning for the future is highly valued. The concept of "ubuntu" plays a significant role in Xhosa society, emphasizing the interconnectedness of individuals and their responsibilities towards the community. This communal mindset often translates into an emphasis on future planning and considering the impact of one's actions on the collective. Therefore, the future tense in Xhosa reflects this cultural value of planning and accountability.

Now, let's move on to some exercises to practice conjugating verbs in the future tense.

Exercise 1: Conjugation Practice Conjugate the following verbs in the future tense according to the given subject.

1. "to sing" 

  - I will sing: ____________________
  - You (singular) will sing: ____________________
  - He/She/It will sing: ____________________
  - We (inclusive) will sing: ____________________
  - We (exclusive) will sing: ____________________
  - You (plural) will sing: ____________________
  - They will sing: ____________________

2. "to dance" 

  - I will dance: ____________________
  - You (singular) will dance: ____________________
  - He/She/It will dance: ____________________
  - We (inclusive) will dance: ____________________
  - We (exclusive) will dance: ____________________
  - You (plural) will dance: ____________________
  - They will dance: ____________________

Exercise 1: Solution 1. "to sing" 

  - I will sing: ndiya-theta
  - You (singular) will sing: uya-theta
  - He/She/It will sing: iya-theta
  - We (inclusive) will sing: siya-theta
  - We (exclusive) will sing: thiya-theta
  - You (plural) will sing: niya-theta
  - They will sing: ba-ya-theta

2. "to dance" 

  - I will dance: ndiya-nceda
  - You (singular) will dance: uya-nceda
  - He/She/It will dance: iya-nceda
  - We (inclusive) will dance: siya-nceda
  - We (exclusive) will dance: thiya-nceda
  - You (plural) will dance: niya-nceda
  - They will dance: ba-ya-nceda

Great job! Now you are becoming more familiar with conjugating verbs in the future tense. Keep practicing to reinforce your understanding.

In this lesson, we have explored the future tense in Xhosa and learned how to conjugate verbs to express future actions and events. We have seen examples of verb conjugation in the future tense and discussed the cultural significance of future planning in Xhosa society. By mastering the future tense, you will be able to confidently communicate about future plans and express intentions in Xhosa.

Remember to practice regularly and use the future tense in your conversations to solidify your understanding. In the next lesson, we will continue our journey through Xhosa grammar by exploring new topics. Stay motivated and keep up the great work!

Table of Contents - Xhosa Course - 0 to A1


Introduction to Xhosa


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Family and Relationships


Questions and Negation


Food and Dining


Xhosa Culture and Traditions


Travel and Transportation


Adjectives and Adverbs


Weather and Seasons


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Hobbies and Interests


Xhosa Music and Literature


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