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Colors and numbers are essential parts of any language, and Danish is no exception. In this lesson, we will dive into the colorful world of Danish vocabulary and explore the numbers from 0 to 100. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently identify and use a variety of colors and numbers in Danish.

Danish Colors

Colors add depth and vibrancy to our language. In Danish, colors are used to describe objects, express emotions, and create vivid imagery. Let's start by learning some basic colors in Danish:

Danish	Pronunciation	English Translation
rød	[ɐ̯œð]	red
blå	[blɔː]	blue
gul	[ɡ̊ul]	yellow
grøn	[ɡ̊ʁɶn]	green
orange	[ɔˈʁɑŋsə]	orange
lilla	[ˈlilə]	purple
pink	[pʰɪŋk]	pink
brun	[bʁɔn]	brown
sort	[sɒd]	black
hvid	[ʋið]	white
grå	[ɡ̊ʁɔː]	grey

Notice that the pronunciation guide uses the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to help you accurately pronounce the Danish words. Don't worry if you're not familiar with IPA; the transliteration and English translation should provide enough guidance.

Cultural Insight

Colors can have different cultural meanings and associations. In Denmark, the color red is often associated with love, passion, and Christmas. Blue, on the other hand, is associated with tranquility and stability. Danish design often incorporates shades of blue, reflecting the country's connection to the sea and nature.

Danish Numbers

Numbers are the building blocks of mathematics, and they play a crucial role in everyday life as well. Let's explore the numbers from 0 to 100 in Danish:

Danish	Pronunciation	English Translation
nul	[ˈnuːl]	zero
ét	[ɛd]	one
to	[toː]	two
tre	[tʁeː]	three
fire	[fiːɐ̯]	four
fem	[fɛm]	five
seks	[sɛks]	six
syv	[syːw]	seven
otte	[ɔdə]	eight
ni	[niː]	nine
ti	[tiː]	ten
elleve	[ɛˈlɛːwə]	eleven
tolv	[toːlə]	twelve
tretten	[ˈtʁeːdən]	thirteen
fjorten	[ˈfjoɐ̯dən]	fourteen
femten	[ˈfɛmˌteːn]	fifteen
seksten	[ˈsɛksˌteːn]	sixteen
sytten	[ˈsyːdən]	seventeen
atten	[ˈadən]	eighteen
nitten	[ˈnɪdən]	nineteen
tyve	[ˈtyːvə]	twenty
tredive	[ˈtʁɛːˌdiːvə]	thirty
fyrre	[ˈfyːˌdə]	forty
halvtreds	[ˈhælpˌtʁeːs]	fifty
tres	[ˈtʁeːˌs]	sixty
halvfjerds	[ˈhælpˌfjɛːɐ̯ts]	seventy
firs	[ˈfiːˌs]	eighty
halvfems	[ˈhælpˌfɛms]	ninety
hundrede	[ˈhʊnˌdʁeːð]	hundred

Numbers in Danish follow a relatively straightforward pattern, with some exceptions as we approach higher numbers. It's important to practice these numbers to build a solid foundation for future lessons.

Cultural Insight

In Denmark, numbers are used in various cultural contexts. For example, the number nine (ni) is associated with luck, as it sounds similar to the Danish word for "no" (nej). This association is often seen in Danish folklore and superstitions.

Exercise: Colors and Numbers

Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Complete the following exercises to practice using colors and numbers in Danish:

Exercise 1: Translate the following colors into Danish: 1. Red 2. Yellow 3. Green 4. Blue 5. Black

Exercise 2: Write the Danish numbers for the following English numbers: 1. Seven 2. Twenty-five 3. Forty-two 4. Sixty-nine 5. Ninety-eight

Exercise 3: Using the Danish colors and numbers you have learned, create your own sentences in Danish. Be creative and have fun!

Solutions: Colors and Numbers

Exercise 1: 1. Rød 2. Gul 3. Grøn 4. Blå 5. Sort

Exercise 2: 1. Syv 2. Femogtyve 3. Ttobogfyrre 4. Sekseniogtredive 5. Halvfemsoghalvfjerds

Exercise 3: These sentences can vary depending on your creativity, but here are a few examples: 1. Jeg har en rød bil. (I have a red car.) 2. Der er ti æbler i kurven. (There are ten apples in the basket.) 3. Jeg kan lide at gå i den grønne park. (I like to walk in the green park.) 4. Min yndlingsfarve er blå. (My favorite color is blue.) 5. Jeg har ninetoghalvfjerds bøger i min samling. (I have ninety-eight books in my collection.)

By practicing these exercises, you will become more comfortable using colors and numbers in Danish.

Table of Contents - Danish Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Danish Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Danish Alphabet
• Pronunciation Basics

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Everyday Phrases and Greetings

• Greetings and Introductions
• Common Phrases

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Basic Sentence Structure and Word Order

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Questions and Negations

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Numbers, Dates, and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Days, Months, and Seasons
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Articles

• Definite and Indefinite Articles
• Plurals and Possessives

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Family, Relationships, and Occupations

• Family Members
• Relationships
• Occupations

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Forms and Agreement
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Adverbs

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Food, Drinks, and Dining

• Food and Drinks
• Dining Out

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Verbs and Tenses

• Regular Verbs
• Irregular Verbs
• Modal Verbs

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Vocabulary

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Danish Culture and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Danish Customs and Etiquette

Sources

• Learn Danish: fun online games for beginners
• Danish Teaching Resources | TPT
• Colours in Danish (Farver på dansk)

Other Lessons

• Food
• Time
• Greetings and Introductions
• Technology
• Nature
• Count from 1 to 10
• Places in a City
• Beverages
• Everyday Life
• Feelings and Emotions