🏨 Course 19: Rêwîtî - Hotel
1. Peyvên (Vocabulary): Hotel
🏨 Li Hotelê (At the Hotel)
🛏️ Cureyên Odeyê (Room Types)
📋 Belgeyên Girîng (Important Documents)
2. Rêziman (Grammar): Rezervasyon û Qeydkirin
💡 Making and Confirming Reservations
When checking into a hotel or making a reservation, you need to know key phrases to communicate effectively.
📌 Key Hotel Phrases
• Ez dixwazim odeyekê rezerve bikim = I want to reserve a room
• Odeyek heye? = Is there a room available?
• Ez dixwazim ji ... heta ... bimînim = I want to stay from ... to ...
• Bihayê çiqas e? = How much is the price?
Checking In:
• Min rezervasyonek heye = I have a reservation
• Navê min ... e = My name is ...
• Ez li vir im = I'm here
• Ev pasaporta min e = This is my passport
Asking Questions:
• WiFi heye? = Is there WiFi?
• Taştê heye? = Is breakfast included?
• Oda li kîjan qatê ye? = Which floor is the room on?
• Saet çend ez divê derkevim? = What time should I check out?
📌 Talking About Duration
Du şev = Two nights
Sê şev = Three nights
Hefteyek = One week
Ji ... heta ... = From ... to ...
Examples:
• Ez dê sê şev li vir bimînim. = I will stay here three nights.
• Min rezervasyonek ji 15ê Sibatê heta 18ê Sibatê heye. = I have a reservation from February 15 to February 18.
• Ez dixwazim yek şev bimînim. = I want to stay one night.
📌 Room Preferences
Examples:
• Ez dixwazim odeyek bi balkonê. = I want a room with a balcony.
• Ez dixwazim odeyek bi dîmena deryayê. = I want a room with a sea view.
• Ez dixwazim odeya ducarî. = I want a double room.
• Ez dixwazim odeyek bi hemamê. = I want a room with a bathroom.
💬 Example Sentences:
• Min rezervasyonek heye. Navê min Leyla ye.
• Ez dixwazim odeya ducarî ji sê şevan re.
• Odeyek bi WiFi û televîzyonê heye?
• Bihayê çiqas e ji yek şevê re?
• Ez dê saet 10:00ê sibê derkevim.
3. Guhdarîkirin (Listening): Li Pêşwaziya Hotelê
Listen to this check-in conversation at a hotel reception:
Answer these questions based on the dialogue:
4. Xwendin (Reading): Pêşdanîna Rezervasyonê
Read this hotel reservation confirmation:
📧 Pêşdanîna Rezervasyonê
Navenda Hewlêrê, Kurdistan
E-mail: rezan.ahmed@email.com
Telefon: +964 750 123 4567
Dîroka Qeydkirinê: 20 Sibat 2025
Dîroka Derketinê: 23 Sibat 2025
Hejmara Şevan: 3 şev
Taybetmendî:
• Balkon bi dîmena bajêr
• WiFi belaş
• Televîzyon
• Hemama taybet
• Klîma
• Odeya şevê: 80 USD
• Hejmara şevan: 3
• Bihayê giştî: 240 USD
Taştê: Di bihayê de ye (7:00-10:00)
Saeta Derketinê: 12:00 nîvro
Betal kirin: Belaş heta 24 saet berî qeydkirin
Heke tu pirsek hebe, ji kerema xwe bi me re têkilî daynin.
Answer these questions about the reservation:
5. Nivîsandin (Writing): Peyama Rezervasyonê
Write a hotel reservation message:
Write a reservation request email (5-6 sentences). Include:
• Your name
• Dates you want to stay (from ... to ...)
• Type of room you want
• Any special requests (WiFi, breakfast, view, etc.)
• Ask about the price
Silav, navê min Leyla ye. Ez dixwazim odeyekê ji 15ê Adarê heta 18ê Adarê rezerve bikim. Ez dixwazim odeya ducarî bi balkonê. WiFi û taştê heye? Bihayê çiqas e? Spas dikim.
6. Axaftin (Speaking): Qeydkirina Roleplay
Practice checking in at a hotel in different situations:
Scenario 1: Saying You Have a Reservation
Situation: You arrive at the hotel reception.
What do you say?
Scenario 2: Giving Your Name
Situation: The receptionist asks for your name.
What do you say?
Scenario 3: Asking About WiFi
Situation: You want to know if there's WiFi.
What do you ask?
Scenario 4: Asking About Check-out Time
Situation: You want to know what time to check out.
What do you ask?
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7. Çand (Culture): Kurdish Hospitality & Hotels
Discover Kurdish hospitality traditions and modern tourism:
🏠 Mêvandarî (Hospitality)
🤝 Traditional Hospitality
Hospitality (mêvandarî) is a cornerstone of Kurdish culture. The saying "Mêvan xwedayê malê ye" (The guest is the lord of the house) reflects how seriously Kurds take hosting. Traditionally, travelers were welcomed into homes, fed, and given a place to sleep without any expectation of payment. Even strangers passing through villages would be invited in for tea and food. This tradition continues today, though modern hotels have become common in cities.
🏨 Modern Hotels in Kurdistan
Kurdistan has seen significant development in tourism infrastructure. Major cities like Hewlêr (Erbil), Silêmanî (Sulaymaniyah), and Duhok now have international hotels alongside traditional guesthouses. The Erbil Citadel, one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements, attracts many visitors. Hotels range from luxury five-star establishments to budget-friendly options, but Kurdish hospitality remains a constant - staff often go above and beyond to make guests feel welcome.
🏔️ Tourism Destinations
Kurdistan offers diverse tourism experiences. Mountain resorts in areas like Amadiya and Rawanduz attract visitors seeking nature and cooler climates. The Gali Ali Beg waterfall and Bekhal waterfall are popular destinations. Historical sites include ancient churches, mosques, and archaeological sites. Eco-tourism and adventure tourism (hiking, skiing, rock climbing) are growing sectors. Hotels and guesthouses in these areas often feature traditional Kurdish architecture and cuisine.
🍽️ Hotel Breakfast Kurdish Style
Hotel breakfasts in Kurdistan typically include both international and traditional Kurdish items. You'll find nan (fresh bread), penîr (white cheese), hingiv (honey), rûn (butter), hêk (eggs prepared various ways), zeytûn (olives), and fresh vegetables. Kurdish breakfast also features qeymaq (clotted cream) with honey, and plenty of hot çay (tea). This generous breakfast reflects the Kurdish value of starting the day well-fed and energized.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Run Guesthouses
Beyond hotels, many travelers choose family-run guesthouses (mêvanxane) for a more authentic experience. These smaller establishments offer home-cooked meals, personal attention, and insights into local life. Owners often share stories, recommend hidden gems, and may even invite guests to family gatherings. This intimate hospitality experience allows visitors to truly connect with Kurdish culture and traditions.
8. Dubare (Review): Hotel & Travel
Match the Kurdish words with their English translations. Click on a Kurdish word, then click on its English translation:
Kurdish
English
🎉 Pîroz be! Congratulations!
You've completed Course 19: Travel - Hotel!
You can now book hotels, check in, and communicate at hotel receptions in Kurdish!