English summary: This book should primarily motivate the reader to easily learn Kurdish and becoming familiar with the language. The Kurdish basic vocabulary offers more than 1,600 words, an extensive selection of the most common words and sayings in Kurdish. The basic vocabulary is well-arranged and addresses common topics. The single chapters are constructed independently and may be used individually, depending on particular interests. The German and Kurdish Index allows easy recognition of words. In the INFO boxes, helpful insider information about the country and people as well as the...