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.