Abstract
Adjectives in Kurdish language is studied in this article, examples are taken in Northern Kurmanji dialect, while the phonetic of the most adjectives are shown in Central Kurmanji „Sorani‟, and Zazaki as well. It is found that there are not major differences between Kurdish dialects in terms of morphology. The taken adjectives mostly are same or have a minor phonetical change. Types of Kurdish adjectives in terms of semantics and structure are noticed. Also, three kinds of comparative degree are analysed. Kurdish adjectives are compared with Persian and English adjectives; as generally observed, Kurdish and Persian languages have a lot in common, and it is clear in our examples. In contrast, Kurdish and English have little in common.
Abstract
Adjectives in Kurdish language is studied in this article, examples are taken in Northern Kurmanji dialect, while the phonetic of the most adjectives are shown in Central Kurmanji „Sorani‟, and Zazaki as well. It is found that there are not major differences between Kurdish dialects in terms of morphology. The taken adjectives mostly are same or have a minor phonetical change. Types of Kurdish adjectives in terms of semantics and structure are noticed. Also, three kinds of comparative degree are analysed. Kurdish adjectives are compared with Persian and English adjectives; as generally observed, Kurdish and Persian languages have a lot in common, and it is clear in our examples. In contrast, Kurdish and English have little in common.
Details
| Journal Section | Makaleler |
|---|---|
| Authors | |
| Publication Date | October 27, 2016 |
| Submission Date | August 31, 2016 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2016Volume: 2 Issue: 2 |
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