Language/Northern-kurdish/Vocabulary/Animals
Hi Northern Kurdish learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn the vocabulary related to animals in Northern Kurdish. Animals are an important part of our daily lives, whether it's for food or as companions.
Domestic Animals[edit | edit source]
Domestic animals are those animals that are kept by humans for various purposes such as food, milk, fur, transportation or as pets. Here are some common domestic animals in Northern Kurdish:
| Northern Kurdish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Gal | /ɡal/ | Chicken |
| Pîl | /piːl/ | Elephant |
| Lûs | /l̪us/ | Cat |
| Kûçik | /kuːtʃik/ | Dog |
Let's see these animals in context through a dialogue:
- Person 1: Galên xwarinê ji kû ve hatine? (From where did the food chickens come from?)
- Person 2: Yên ku em xweş in ji bajarê hatine. (The ones we have are from the city and are healthy.)
Wild Animals[edit | edit source]
Wild animals are those animals that live in natural habitats and are not domesticated by humans. Northern Kurdistan is home to a diverse range of wild animals, some of which are endangered. Here are some common wild animals in Northern Kurdish:
| Northern Kurdish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Berxwedan | /bɛrxdwedan/ | Lion |
| Giraffe | /ɟiːraːfe/ | Giraffe |
| Şîn | /ʃiːn/ | Deer |
| Kêlîk | /keːlik/ | Fox |
Let's see these animals in context through a dialogue:
- Person 1: Şîn diçe ser xwarê xwe. (The deer is eating its grass.)
- Person 2: Pêdivî ye hewana neteweyî weke şîn biperîsemin. (It's important to preserve national animals like deer.)
Marine Animals[edit | edit source]
Marine animals are animals that live in the sea. Northern Kurdistan is not a coastal region, but it's important to learn the names of marine animals for general knowledge or travel purposes. Here are some common marine animals in Northern Kurdish:
| Northern Kurdish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Balyoz | /balyoz/ | Hammerhead shark |
| Dilop | /dilop/ | Dolphin |
| Gîlan | /ɡiːlan/ | Whales |
| Kepal | /kɛpal/ | Octopus |
Let's see these animals in context through a dialogue:
- Person 1: Gavên balyozan li Gorizê tên dîtin? (Are there hammerhead sharks in the Gulf of Euphrates?)
- Person 2: Belê, hene. Lê ne pir caran dibînin. (Yes, there are, but they are not often seen.)
Insects[edit | edit source]
Insects are a diverse group of animals that have six legs, three body parts, and wings. They play an important role in pollinating plants and helping to decompose dead organic matter. Here are some common insects in Northern Kurdish:
| Northern Kurdish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Malaş | /malaʃ/ | Bee |
| Berfêk | /bɛrfek/ | Butterfly |
| Cigerxwîn | /t͡ʃɪɡɛrxwiːn/ | Ant |
| Gurît | /ɡuriːt/ | Grasshopper |
Let's see these animals in context through a dialogue:
- Person 1: Malaşên herî zêrîn di çi xanînê de têne çêkirin? (In which houses are the most delicious honey bees made?)
- Person 2: Di çavkaniya spî de têne çêkirin û legêzend heye. (They are made in white comb and are organic.)
I hope this lesson has been informative and useful for you to improve your Northern Kurdish vocabulary! To practice with native speakers, visit Polyglot Club and ask them any questions. Also, if you want to learn more Northern Kurdish words, check out our Vocabulary section!
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