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Welcome to the exciting world of Northern Kurdish! In this lesson, we'll dive deep into '''time adverbs''', an essential component of the language that helps you express when things happen. Understanding and using time adverbs is crucial for everyday communication, as they allow you to provide context and clarity to your statements. As a beginner, you'll find that mastering these adverbs will greatly enhance your conversational skills and understanding of the language.


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In this lesson, we'll cover the following structure:


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<h1>Introduction</h1>
=== What Are Time Adverbs? ===
 
Time adverbs are words that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to indicate when an action occurs. They help us express time-related information such as frequency, duration, and specific moments in time. In Northern Kurdish, like in many languages, these adverbs are used to enrich our sentences and make them more informative.
 
For example, consider how saying "I eat" changes to "I eat '''now'''," or "I eat '''every day'''." The time adverb provides crucial information about when the action takes place.
 
=== Common Time Adverbs in Northern Kurdish ===
 
Let's explore some common time adverbs in Northern Kurdish. Below is a table with examples of time adverbs, their pronunciation, and English translations:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Northern Kurdish !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| '''niha''' || /niˈhɑ/ || now
 
|-
 
| '''her roj''' || /hɛr roʒ/ || every day
 
|-
 
| '''dema''' || /dɛˈmɑ/ || time
 
|-
 
| '''sala''' || /sɑˈlɑ/ || year
 
|-
 
| '''dema niha''' || /dɛˈmɑ niˈhɑ/ || at this time
 
|-
 
| '''dema pêş''' || /dɛˈmɑ pɛʃ/ || before
 
|-
 
| '''dema paş''' || /dɛˈmɑ pɑʃ/ || after
 
|-
 
| '''hêftê''' || /hɛfˈtɛ/ || week
 
|-
 
| '''meh''' || /mɛh/ || month
 
|-
 
| '''bêdeng''' || /bɛˈdɛŋ/ || recently
 
|}
 
Now that you have a glimpse of common time adverbs, let's break them down into categories based on their usage:
 
=== Categories of Time Adverbs ===
 
1. '''Adverbs of Frequency''': These adverbs tell us how often something happens.
 
* Examples: '''her roj''' (every day), '''her hefte''' (every week), '''her meh''' (every month).
 
2. '''Adverbs of Duration''': These adverbs indicate the length of time something occurs.
 
* Examples: '''bêdeng''' (recently), '''dema''' (time), '''dema niha''' (at this time).
 
3. '''Adverbs of Specific Time''': These adverbs specify a particular moment in time.
 
* Examples: '''niha''' (now), '''dema pêş''' (before), '''dema paş''' (after).
 
4. '''Adverbs of Time Period''': These adverbs refer to broader time spans.
 
* Examples: '''sala''' (year), '''hêftê''' (week), '''meh''' (month).
 
=== Using Time Adverbs in Sentences ===
 
Time adverbs can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence, depending on what you wish to emphasize. Here are some examples:
 
1. '''Beginning of the sentence''':
 
* '''Niha''' ez xwarin dikim. (Now I am eating.)
 
* '''Her roj''' ez dibim. (Every day I see.)
 
2. '''Middle of the sentence''':
 
* Ez '''niha''' xwarin dikim. (I am eating now.)
 
* Ez dibim '''her roj'''. (I see every day.)
 
3. '''End of the sentence''':
 
* Ez xwarin dikim '''niha'''. (I am eating now.)
 
* Ez dibim '''her roj'''. (I see every day.)
 
=== Examples of Sentences with Time Adverbs ===
 
To give you a better idea of how to use time adverbs in context, here are 20 example sentences:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Northern Kurdish !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| 1. Niha ez diçim bazar. || /niˈhɑ ɛz diˈtʃim bɑˈzɑr/ || Now I am going to the market.
 
|-
 
| 2. Ez her hefte firotin dikim. || /ɛz hɛr hɛfˈtɛ fiˈrɔtɪn diˈkim/ || I sell every week.
 
|-
 
| 3. Dema pêş, ez çend xwarin xwar. || /dɛˈmɑ pɛʃ ɛz tʃɛnd xwɑˈrɪn xwɑr/ || Before, I ate some food.
 
|-
 
| 4. Dema paş, ez diçim mala te. || /dɛˈmɑ pɑʃ ɛz diˈtʃim mɑˈlɑ tɛ/ || After, I will go to your house.
 
|-
 
| 5. Hêftê din, min çiwan bû. || /hɛfˈtɛ dɪn mɪn tʃiˈwɑn bu/ || Last week, I was young.
 
|-
 
| 6. Mehê din, min kar kir. || /mɛˈhɛ dɪn mɪn kɑr kɪr/ || Last month, I worked.
 
|-
 
| 7. Ez diçim bazar her roj. || /ɛz diˈtʃim bɑˈzɑr hɛr roʒ/ || I go to the market every day.
 
|-
 
| 8. Niha ez lêdana wan dikim. || /niˈhɑ ɛz lɛˈdɑnɑ wɑn diˈkim/ || Now I am studying them.
 
|-
 
| 9. Bêdeng, ez bûm. || /bɛˈdɛŋ ɛz buːm/ || Recently, I was.
 
|-
 
| 10. Her meh, ez firotin dikim. || /hɛr mɛh ɛz fiˈrɔtɪn diˈkim/ || Every month, I sell.
 
|-
 
| 11. Dema niha, ez xwendin dikim. || /dɛˈmɑ niˈhɑ ɛz xwɛnˈdɪn diˈkim/ || At this time, I am reading.
 
|-
 
| 12. Rojek dî, min çavkanî kir. || /roʒɛk diː mɪn tʃɑvˈkɑnɪ kɪr/ || One day ago, I did a favor.
 
|-
 
| 13. Dema pêş, min dest pê kir. || /dɛˈmɑ pɛʃ mɪn dɛst pɛˈkɪr/ || Before, I started.
 
|-
 
| 14. Hêftê din, ez diçim serdema. || /hɛfˈtɛ dɪn ɛz diˈtʃim sɛrˈdɛmɑ/ || Last week, I went to the season.
 
|-
 
| 15. Niha ez xwarinê xwarim. || /niˈhɑ ɛz xwɑˈrɪnɛ xwɑrɪm/ || Now I am eating food.
 
|-
 
| 16. Dema niha, min firotin kir. || /dɛˈmɑ niˈhɑ mɪn fiˈrɔtɪn kɪr/ || At this time, I sold.
 
|-
 
| 17. Her meh, min xweş bû. || /hɛr mɛh mɪn xwɛʃ bu/ || Every month, I was happy.
 
|-
 
| 18. Dema paş, ez got. || /dɛˈmɑ pɑʃ ɛz ɡɔt/ || After, I said.
 
|-
 
| 19. Niha ez diçim mal. || /niˈhɑ ɛz diˈtʃim mɑl/ || Now I am going home.
 
|-
 
| 20. Bêdeng, min xwendin kir. || /bɛˈdɛŋ mɪn xwɛnˈdɪn kɪr/ || Recently, I read.
 
|}
 
=== Exercises and Practice Scenarios ===
 
Now, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are '''10 exercises''' designed to help you practice using time adverbs in Northern Kurdish. Each exercise will be followed by detailed solutions and explanations.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate time adverb from the list below: '''(niha, her roj, bêdeng)'''.
 
1. Ez diçim bazar ____. 
 
2. ____, ez xwarin dikim. 
 
3. Min çavkanî kir ____.
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. '''her roj''' – I go to the market every day.
 
2. '''niha''' – Now I am eating.
 
3. '''bêdeng''' – Recently, I did a favor.
 
==== Exercise 2: Sentence Formation ====
 
Create sentences using the following time adverbs: '''(dema pêş, hêftê, meh)'''.
 
1. _____, ez diçim serdema. 
 
2. _____, min firotin kir. 
 
3. _____, ez xwarim.
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. '''Dema pêş''' - Before, I went to the season.
 
2. '''Hêftê''' - Last week, I sold.
 
3. '''Meh''' - This month, I eat.
 
==== Exercise 3: Match the Time Adverb to its English Translation ====
 
Match the Northern Kurdish time adverb to its English translation:
 
1. niha 
 
2. her meh 
 
3. bêdeng 
 
4. sala 
 
a. every month 
 
b. now 


<p>In this lesson, you will learn about time adverbs in Northern Kurdish. Time adverbs are words that indicate when an action or event takes place. Understanding time adverbs is important for constructing accurate and meaningful sentences, and for communicating effectively in Northern Kurdish.</p>
c. recently 


<p>Before diving into the details of time adverbs, it is important to remember that the basic word order in Northern Kurdish is Subject-Object-Verb. This means that the subject of a sentence comes before the object, which comes before the verb.</p>
d. year 


<h2>Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow</h2>
''Solutions:''


<p>One of the most basic time adverbs in Northern Kurdish are words that indicate yesterday, today, and tomorrow. These words are essential to everyday conversation and can be used in a variety of contexts.</p>
1. b – now 


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2. a – every month 
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        <th>Northern Kurdish</th>
        <th>Pronunciation</th>
        <th>English Translation</th>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>dîsa</td>
        <td>'di:sa</td>
        <td>yesterday</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>emro</td>
        <td>'emro: </td>
        <td>today</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>sînara</td>
        <td>si:nar</td>
        <td>tomorrow</td>
    </tr>
</table>


<h2>Last Week, this Week, and Next Week</h2>
3. c – recently 


<p>In addition to yesterday, today, and tomorrow, Northern Kurdish has time adverbs for larger time frames such as last week, this week, and next week.</p>
4. d – year 


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==== Exercise 4: Rewrite the Sentences ====
    <tr>
        <th>Northern Kurdish</th>
        <th>Pronunciation</th>
        <th>English Translation</th>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>hefteya borî</td>
        <td>hef'te:jɑ 'bɔri:</td>
        <td>last week</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>ev hefte</td>
        <td>'ev 'hefte:</td>
        <td>this week</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>hefteya bîst</td>
        <td>hef'te:jɑ 'bi:st</td>
        <td>next week</td>
    </tr>
</table>


<h2>Last Year, this Year, and Next Year</h2>
Rewrite the following sentences by changing the time adverb:


<p>Similarly to week adverbs, Northern Kurdish has time adverbs for larger time frames such as last year, this year, and next year.</p>
1. Ez diçim bazar '''niha'''. 


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2. Min xwarin kir '''bêdeng'''. 
    <tr>
        <th>Northern Kurdish</th>
        <th>Pronunciation</th>
        <th>English Translation</th>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>salvekê bû</td>
        <td>sa'lve:ke: bu:</td>
        <td>last year</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>ev sal</td>
        <td>'ev sa:l</td>
        <td>this year</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
        <td>salveka pêşîn</td>
        <td>sa'lve:ka pe:ʃi:n</td>
        <td>next year</td>
    </tr>
</table>


<h1>Conclusion</h1>
3. Ez firotin dikim '''her roj'''.


<p>Time adverbs in Northern Kurdish are an important part of constructing accurate and meaningful sentences, and for communicating effectively. By understanding when to use words such as yesterday, today, and tomorrow, you can make sure that your sentences are easily understandable by your Northern Kurdish-speaking audience.</p>
''Solutions:''
 
1. Ez diçim bazar '''her roj'''. – I go to the market every day.
 
2. Min xwarin kir '''niha'''. – I ate now.
 
3. Ez firotin dikim '''bêdeng'''. – I sell recently.
 
==== Exercise 5: True or False ====
 
Determine whether the following statements are true or false based on the time adverbs used.
 
1. "Ez diçim bazar her meh." means "I go to the market every month." 
 
2. "Niha ez xwarim." means "I eat now." 
 
3. "Dema paş, ez dibim." means "After, I see." 
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. True 
 
2. True 
 
3. True 
 
==== Exercise 6: Translate to Northern Kurdish ====
 
Translate the following English sentences to Northern Kurdish using time adverbs.
 
1. I study now. 
 
2. I go to the market every week. 
 
3. Recently, I worked.
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. Niha ez lêdana dikim. 
 
2. Ez diçim bazar her hefte. 
 
3. Bêdeng, min kar kir. 
 
==== Exercise 7: Create a Dialogue ====
 
Create a short dialogue between two people using at least three time adverbs.
 
''Example:''
 
A: Niha tu çi dikî? (What are you doing now?)
 
B: Ez lêdana dikim. (I am studying.)
 
A: Ez diçim bazar her roj. (I go to the market every day.)
 
''Solutions:''
 
A: Niha tu çi dikî? (What are you doing now?)
 
B: Ez lêdana dikim. (I am studying.)
 
A: Ez diçim bazar her roj. (I go to the market every day.)
 
==== Exercise 8: Identify the Time Adverb ====
 
Identify the time adverb in the following sentence: "Ez diçim bazar her meh."
 
''Solution:''
 
Time adverb: '''her meh''' (every month)
 
==== Exercise 9: Change the Position of the Time Adverb ====
 
Change the time adverb position in the following sentence: "Bêdeng, ez xwarim."
 
''Solution:''
 
Ez xwarim '''bêdeng'''. (I eat recently.)
 
==== Exercise 10: Write Your Own Sentences ====
 
Write three sentences using different time adverbs of your choice.
 
''Solutions: (example sentences)''
 
1. Niha ez diçim mal. (Now I am going home.)
 
2. Her roj ez xwarin dikim. (I eat every day.)
 
3. Dema pêş, min firotin kir. (Before, I sold.)
 
As you can see, mastering time adverbs in Northern Kurdish is a valuable skill that will help you communicate effectively in your daily conversations. With practice, you'll soon find yourself feeling comfortable using them in various contexts.
 
Keep practicing, and don't hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher. Happy learning!


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Northern Kurdish → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Time Adverbs

Welcome to the exciting world of Northern Kurdish! In this lesson, we'll dive deep into time adverbs, an essential component of the language that helps you express when things happen. Understanding and using time adverbs is crucial for everyday communication, as they allow you to provide context and clarity to your statements. As a beginner, you'll find that mastering these adverbs will greatly enhance your conversational skills and understanding of the language.

In this lesson, we'll cover the following structure:

What Are Time Adverbs?[edit | edit source]

Time adverbs are words that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to indicate when an action occurs. They help us express time-related information such as frequency, duration, and specific moments in time. In Northern Kurdish, like in many languages, these adverbs are used to enrich our sentences and make them more informative.

For example, consider how saying "I eat" changes to "I eat now," or "I eat every day." The time adverb provides crucial information about when the action takes place.

Common Time Adverbs in Northern Kurdish[edit | edit source]

Let's explore some common time adverbs in Northern Kurdish. Below is a table with examples of time adverbs, their pronunciation, and English translations:

Northern Kurdish Pronunciation English
niha /niˈhɑ/ now
her roj /hɛr roʒ/ every day
dema /dɛˈmɑ/ time
sala /sɑˈlɑ/ year
dema niha /dɛˈmɑ niˈhɑ/ at this time
dema pêş /dɛˈmɑ pɛʃ/ before
dema paş /dɛˈmɑ pɑʃ/ after
hêftê /hɛfˈtɛ/ week
meh /mɛh/ month
bêdeng /bɛˈdɛŋ/ recently

Now that you have a glimpse of common time adverbs, let's break them down into categories based on their usage:

Categories of Time Adverbs[edit | edit source]

1. Adverbs of Frequency: These adverbs tell us how often something happens.

  • Examples: her roj (every day), her hefte (every week), her meh (every month).

2. Adverbs of Duration: These adverbs indicate the length of time something occurs.

  • Examples: bêdeng (recently), dema (time), dema niha (at this time).

3. Adverbs of Specific Time: These adverbs specify a particular moment in time.

  • Examples: niha (now), dema pêş (before), dema paş (after).

4. Adverbs of Time Period: These adverbs refer to broader time spans.

  • Examples: sala (year), hêftê (week), meh (month).

Using Time Adverbs in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Time adverbs can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence, depending on what you wish to emphasize. Here are some examples:

1. Beginning of the sentence:

  • Niha ez xwarin dikim. (Now I am eating.)
  • Her roj ez dibim. (Every day I see.)

2. Middle of the sentence:

  • Ez niha xwarin dikim. (I am eating now.)
  • Ez dibim her roj. (I see every day.)

3. End of the sentence:

  • Ez xwarin dikim niha. (I am eating now.)
  • Ez dibim her roj. (I see every day.)

Examples of Sentences with Time Adverbs[edit | edit source]

To give you a better idea of how to use time adverbs in context, here are 20 example sentences:

Northern Kurdish Pronunciation English
1. Niha ez diçim bazar. /niˈhɑ ɛz diˈtʃim bɑˈzɑr/ Now I am going to the market.
2. Ez her hefte firotin dikim. /ɛz hɛr hɛfˈtɛ fiˈrɔtɪn diˈkim/ I sell every week.
3. Dema pêş, ez çend xwarin xwar. /dɛˈmɑ pɛʃ ɛz tʃɛnd xwɑˈrɪn xwɑr/ Before, I ate some food.
4. Dema paş, ez diçim mala te. /dɛˈmɑ pɑʃ ɛz diˈtʃim mɑˈlɑ tɛ/ After, I will go to your house.
5. Hêftê din, min çiwan bû. /hɛfˈtɛ dɪn mɪn tʃiˈwɑn bu/ Last week, I was young.
6. Mehê din, min kar kir. /mɛˈhɛ dɪn mɪn kɑr kɪr/ Last month, I worked.
7. Ez diçim bazar her roj. /ɛz diˈtʃim bɑˈzɑr hɛr roʒ/ I go to the market every day.
8. Niha ez lêdana wan dikim. /niˈhɑ ɛz lɛˈdɑnɑ wɑn diˈkim/ Now I am studying them.
9. Bêdeng, ez bûm. /bɛˈdɛŋ ɛz buːm/ Recently, I was.
10. Her meh, ez firotin dikim. /hɛr mɛh ɛz fiˈrɔtɪn diˈkim/ Every month, I sell.
11. Dema niha, ez xwendin dikim. /dɛˈmɑ niˈhɑ ɛz xwɛnˈdɪn diˈkim/ At this time, I am reading.
12. Rojek dî, min çavkanî kir. /roʒɛk diː mɪn tʃɑvˈkɑnɪ kɪr/ One day ago, I did a favor.
13. Dema pêş, min dest pê kir. /dɛˈmɑ pɛʃ mɪn dɛst pɛˈkɪr/ Before, I started.
14. Hêftê din, ez diçim serdema. /hɛfˈtɛ dɪn ɛz diˈtʃim sɛrˈdɛmɑ/ Last week, I went to the season.
15. Niha ez xwarinê xwarim. /niˈhɑ ɛz xwɑˈrɪnɛ xwɑrɪm/ Now I am eating food.
16. Dema niha, min firotin kir. /dɛˈmɑ niˈhɑ mɪn fiˈrɔtɪn kɪr/ At this time, I sold.
17. Her meh, min xweş bû. /hɛr mɛh mɪn xwɛʃ bu/ Every month, I was happy.
18. Dema paş, ez got. /dɛˈmɑ pɑʃ ɛz ɡɔt/ After, I said.
19. Niha ez diçim mal. /niˈhɑ ɛz diˈtʃim mɑl/ Now I am going home.
20. Bêdeng, min xwendin kir. /bɛˈdɛŋ mɪn xwɛnˈdɪn kɪr/ Recently, I read.

Exercises and Practice Scenarios[edit | edit source]

Now, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are 10 exercises designed to help you practice using time adverbs in Northern Kurdish. Each exercise will be followed by detailed solutions and explanations.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate time adverb from the list below: (niha, her roj, bêdeng).

1. Ez diçim bazar ____.

2. ____, ez xwarin dikim.

3. Min çavkanî kir ____.

Solutions:

1. her roj – I go to the market every day.

2. niha – Now I am eating.

3. bêdeng – Recently, I did a favor.

Exercise 2: Sentence Formation[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following time adverbs: (dema pêş, hêftê, meh).

1. _____, ez diçim serdema.

2. _____, min firotin kir.

3. _____, ez xwarim.

Solutions:

1. Dema pêş - Before, I went to the season.

2. Hêftê - Last week, I sold.

3. Meh - This month, I eat.

Exercise 3: Match the Time Adverb to its English Translation[edit | edit source]

Match the Northern Kurdish time adverb to its English translation:

1. niha

2. her meh

3. bêdeng

4. sala

a. every month

b. now

c. recently

d. year

Solutions:

1. b – now

2. a – every month

3. c – recently

4. d – year

Exercise 4: Rewrite the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Rewrite the following sentences by changing the time adverb:

1. Ez diçim bazar niha.

2. Min xwarin kir bêdeng.

3. Ez firotin dikim her roj.

Solutions:

1. Ez diçim bazar her roj. – I go to the market every day.

2. Min xwarin kir niha. – I ate now.

3. Ez firotin dikim bêdeng. – I sell recently.

Exercise 5: True or False[edit | edit source]

Determine whether the following statements are true or false based on the time adverbs used.

1. "Ez diçim bazar her meh." means "I go to the market every month."

2. "Niha ez xwarim." means "I eat now."

3. "Dema paş, ez dibim." means "After, I see."

Solutions:

1. True

2. True

3. True

Exercise 6: Translate to Northern Kurdish[edit | edit source]

Translate the following English sentences to Northern Kurdish using time adverbs.

1. I study now.

2. I go to the market every week.

3. Recently, I worked.

Solutions:

1. Niha ez lêdana dikim.

2. Ez diçim bazar her hefte.

3. Bêdeng, min kar kir.

Exercise 7: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Create a short dialogue between two people using at least three time adverbs.

Example:

A: Niha tu çi dikî? (What are you doing now?)

B: Ez lêdana dikim. (I am studying.)

A: Ez diçim bazar her roj. (I go to the market every day.)

Solutions:

A: Niha tu çi dikî? (What are you doing now?)

B: Ez lêdana dikim. (I am studying.)

A: Ez diçim bazar her roj. (I go to the market every day.)

Exercise 8: Identify the Time Adverb[edit | edit source]

Identify the time adverb in the following sentence: "Ez diçim bazar her meh."

Solution:

Time adverb: her meh (every month)

Exercise 9: Change the Position of the Time Adverb[edit | edit source]

Change the time adverb position in the following sentence: "Bêdeng, ez xwarim."

Solution:

Ez xwarim bêdeng. (I eat recently.)

Exercise 10: Write Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write three sentences using different time adverbs of your choice.

Solutions: (example sentences)

1. Niha ez diçim mal. (Now I am going home.)

2. Her roj ez xwarin dikim. (I eat every day.)

3. Dema pêş, min firotin kir. (Before, I sold.)

As you can see, mastering time adverbs in Northern Kurdish is a valuable skill that will help you communicate effectively in your daily conversations. With practice, you'll soon find yourself feeling comfortable using them in various contexts.

Keep practicing, and don't hesitate to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher. Happy learning!

Table of Contents - Northern Kurdish Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Northern Kurdish


Greetings and Introductions


Noun and Adjective Declension


Daily Life


Verb Conjugation


Customs and Traditions


Pronouns


Hobbies and Free Time


Adverbs


Geography and Travel


Conjunctions


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]


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