Learn and Speak Kurdish Easily
Your guide to mastering the Kurdish language
Unlock the world of Kurdish communication effortlessly.
What you'll learn
- Basic conversational phrases
- Essential vocabulary for daily use
- Pronunciation tips for clarity
- Cultural insights related to language
- Listening skills for better understanding
- Confidence in speaking Kurdish
About this book
This book is designed for anyone eager to learn the Kurdish language in a straightforward and engaging manner. With a focus on practical communication skills, it breaks down complex concepts into easily digestible lessons that cater to learners of all levels.
Whether you are preparing for travel, connecting with Kurdish-speaking friends, or enhancing your linguistic repertoire, this book provides the tools you need to speak confidently and effectively. Dive into the rich cultural context of the language while developing your speaking, listening, and comprehension skills.
Who this book is for
- Travelers to Kurdish-speaking regions
- Language enthusiasts
- Students of Middle Eastern studies
- Professionals working with Kurdish communities
- Anyone interested in learning a new language
Why read this book
- User-friendly structure for easy learning
- Cultural context enhances language acquisition
- Practical exercises to reinforce skills
- Accessible for beginners and intermediate learners
About the language
Kurdish is a language of the Iranian branch of the Indo-European family, related to Persian. It is spoken by about 26 million people in Iraq, Turkey, Iran and Syria, and its main varieties are Kurmanji and Sorani.
Where it is spoken
Iraq, Türkiye, Iran, Syria
Writing system
Sorani is written in a modified Arabic alphabet from right to left; Kurmanji is mostly written in the Latin alphabet.
Quick facts
- Kurdish is an official language of Iraq alongside Arabic.
- The Arabic-based Kurdish alphabet writes all vowels as letters, so no diacritics are needed.
- Newroz on 21 March is one of the most important occasions in Kurdish culture.
- Kurdish has many Arabic words, especially in religion, learning and daily life.
Why learn it
- Work: communicate in trade and tourism in northern Iraq and nearby regions.
- Travel: get around easily in cities such as Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.
- Culture: understand Kurdish songs, poetry and rich heritage.
Words shared with Arabic
- کتێب (kitêb) — From Arabic kitab, meaning book.
- وەخت (wext) — From Arabic waqt, meaning time.
- سەعات (se'at) — From Arabic sa'a, meaning hour or clock.
- دونیا (dunya) — From Arabic dunya, meaning world.
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,188 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Test yourself on every sign
The app shows a sign and asks for its meaning or its sound; pick the right answer out of 4.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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