Sesotho (Noun)
Meaning
The dialect of Sotho spoken by the Basotho; an official language of Lesotho.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- Sesotho is spoken by the majority of people in Lesotho and is one of the official languages of the country.
- In Lesotho, children are taught Sesotho from a young age as part of the national curriculum.
- The Sesotho language has various dialects, but standard Sesotho is used for official purposes.
- Many South Africans also speak Sesotho as a first or second language, particularly in the Free State province.
- The national anthem of Lesotho is written in Sesotho and is sung on national holidays and celebrations.