Understanding and Counting Numbers in Italian

Introduction to Italian Numbers

Italian numbers are used in various everyday contexts, from telling time to handling money. Understanding how to count in Italian is a fundamental skill for any learner.

Basic Numbers in Italian

Starting with the basics, here are the numbers from 0 to 10 in Italian.

Counting Beyond Ten

Once you've mastered the numbers up to ten, you can move on to larger numbers. Here are the tens and hundreds.

Larger Numbers

As you advance, you'll encounter even larger numbers. Here's how millions are articulated.

Forming Numbers Between 11-19

To form numbers between eleven and nineteen, Italians often combine the number with a suffix attached to 'dieci' (ten). For example, eleven is 'undici', twelve is 'dodici', and so on.

Combining Larger Numbers

When combining numbers such as twenty-one, thirty-two, etc., you typically drop the last vowel of the tens (e.g., 'venti') and add 'uno', 'due', etc. Thus, twenty-one becomes 'ventuno', and twenty-two becomes 'ventidue'.

Tips for Practicing Italian Numbers

Regular practice is vital for mastering numbers. Try counting aloud, using numbers in context, or associating them with everyday objects.

• Count items around your house in Italian.
• Practise saying your phone number in Italian.
• Use flashcards to memorize the numbers.
• Count steps as you walk.