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.
Further Reading
- Duolingo Italian: Numbers Skill
Practice your Italian number skills with Duolingo's Numbers skill.
- Yabla Italian: The Italian Numbers 1-10
A beginner's guide to understanding the Italian numbers from 1 to 10.
- Transparent Language Italian Blogs
Explore more content about learning Italian, including numbers.