How to Learn Sesotho
Be aware that, like for any other language, Sesotho requires you to hear it in order to learn it., Realize early on that Sesotho is probably not like any language you've learned before., Use the Internet to listen to model sentences and to do...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Be aware that
Visit the country or listen to Radio Lesotho as often as possible -
Step 2: like for any other language
Never try to compare a language you're learning with one you already speak. ,, There are at least three good ones online. ,, Find it and read as much as possible.
You won't understand much at the beginning, but it's the little that you will understand that counts.
Build on it.
You're not trying to learn the grammar of Sesotho, you're trying to learn how to speak Sesotho.
Remember that. , Revision is very important, especially if you're learning Sesotho outside Lesotho or South Africa. , Do not memorise words out of their context.
For example, do not memorise "ho rata" as the verb "to love;" rather learn "ho rata" by practising with the sentence, "Ke rata Odile," or "I love Odile," or Jack, or Jill. , Visit them and ask them what help they can give you in your noble endeavour.
If they haven't got help, ask them why they aren't interested in people learning Sesotho. -
Step 3: Sesotho requires you to hear it in order to learn it.
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Step 4: Realize early on that Sesotho is probably not like any language you've learned before.
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Step 5: Use the Internet to listen to model sentences and to do quizzes (see links below).
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Step 6: Use a dictionary as often as possible.
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Step 7: Find a Mosotho who would like to learn your language
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Step 8: and exchange with them through chat
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Step 9: email and telephoning.
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Step 10: There's a large body of written Sesotho on the Internet.
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Step 11: Use flash cards or a phrase book to revise recently acquired phrases and words.
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Step 12: Remember new words by means of mnemonics
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Step 13: jokes and genuine emotions.
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Step 14: Wherever you may be
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Step 15: there is probably a Lesotho or South African embassy nearby.
Detailed Guide
Visit the country or listen to Radio Lesotho as often as possible
Never try to compare a language you're learning with one you already speak. ,, There are at least three good ones online. ,, Find it and read as much as possible.
You won't understand much at the beginning, but it's the little that you will understand that counts.
Build on it.
You're not trying to learn the grammar of Sesotho, you're trying to learn how to speak Sesotho.
Remember that. , Revision is very important, especially if you're learning Sesotho outside Lesotho or South Africa. , Do not memorise words out of their context.
For example, do not memorise "ho rata" as the verb "to love;" rather learn "ho rata" by practising with the sentence, "Ke rata Odile," or "I love Odile," or Jack, or Jill. , Visit them and ask them what help they can give you in your noble endeavour.
If they haven't got help, ask them why they aren't interested in people learning Sesotho.
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