Kurmanji vocabulary: 15 essential words to communicate
Script: Alphabet latin
Learn essential Kurmanji vocabulary with 15 words and phrases organized by theme. Perfect for beginners and travellers who want to communicate confidently.
Greetings & politeness
| Kurmancî | Romanization | English | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silav | — | Hello | |
| Bi xatirê te | — | Goodbye | |
| Spas | — | Thank you | |
| Tika ye | — | Please | |
| Bibore | — | Sorry / Excuse me | |
| Erê | — | Yes | |
| Na | — | No | |
| Tu çawa yî? | — | How are you? |
Essential expressions
| Kurmancî | Romanization | English | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ez fam nakim | — | I don't understand | |
| Tu bi îngilîzî dizanî? | — | Do you speak English? | |
| Ev çend e? | — | How much? | |
| … li ku ye? | — | Where is…? | |
| Av | — | Water | |
| Alîkariyê bike! | — | Help! | |
| Navê min … e | — | My name is… |
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