Understanding Dutch Numbers: Basics to 100
Why Learn Dutch Numbers?
Numbers form the foundation of everyday conversations in Dutch, whether it's telling the time, shopping, or talking about age. Understanding how to count in Dutch will greatly enhance your language journey.
Basic Numbers: 0 to 10
Tens and Teens: 11 to 20
In Dutch, the numbers 11 and 12 are irregular:
11 - elf
12 - twaalf. For numbers 13-19, combine the unit number with 'teen':
Counting in Tens: 20, 30, 40, and beyond
Numbers like 20, 30, 40, etc., are formed similarly by taking the root of the number and adding 'tig':
Full Set: 21 to 99
For numbers beyond 20, Dutch is quite systematic. You say numbers in the reverse order (e.g., 'four and twenty' for 24).
Number Patterns and Exceptions
How to Practice Dutch Numbers
To solidify your understanding, try to incorporate numbers into your daily Dutch practice. You can do this by counting objects around you, practicing with a language partner, or using language apps focused on numbers.
Further Reading
- Dutch Numbers Explained
A detailed guide on Dutch numbers and counting.
- Learn Dutch Numbers
Explore Dutch numbers with audio to improve your pronunciation.
- Dutch Numbers on Omniglot
A quick reference for Dutch numbers with notes on pronunciation.