Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/Numbers-1-20
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will dive into the fascinating world of numbers in Finnish. Numbers are an essential part of any language, and learning them is crucial for everyday communication. In this lesson, we will focus on numbers 1 to 20 in Finnish, and we will explore how to use them in sentences. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to count and use these numbers confidently in your conversations.
Numbers 1-10[edit | edit source]
Let's start by learning the numbers from 1 to 10 in Finnish. Take your time to listen to the pronunciation and practice saying the numbers out loud. Remember, practice makes perfect!
| Finnish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| yksi | yh-ski | one |
| kaksi | kahk-see | two |
| kolme | kohl-meh | three |
| neljä | nel-yah | four |
| viisi | vee-see | five |
| kuusi | koo-see | six |
| seitsemän | sigh-tseh-mahn | seven |
| kahdeksan | kah-dehk-sahn | eight |
| yhdeksän | yh-dehk-sahn | nine |
| kymmenen | kuhm-meh-nehn | ten |
Here are a few examples of how to use these numbers in sentences:
- Minulla on kaksi kissaa. (I have two cats.)
- Kolme ystävääni tulee juhliini. (Three of my friends are coming to my party.)
- Neljä omenaa maksoi viisi euroa. (Four apples cost five euros.)
Numbers 11-20[edit | edit source]
Now let's move on to the numbers from 11 to 20 in Finnish. These numbers have a slightly different structure compared to the previous ones, so pay close attention to the pronunciation and practice saying them aloud.
| Finnish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| yksitoista | yh-kih-toy-stah | eleven |
| kaksitoista | kahk-sih-toy-stah | twelve |
| kolmetoista | kohl-meh-toy-stah | thirteen |
| neljätoista | nel-yah-toy-stah | fourteen |
| viisitoista | vee-see-toy-stah | fifteen |
| kuusitoista | koo-see-toy-stah | sixteen |
| seitsemäntoista | sigh-tseh-mahn-toy-stah | seventeen |
| kahdeksantoista | kah-dehk-sahn-toy-stah | eighteen |
| yhdeksäntoista | yh-dehk-sahn-toy-stah | nineteen |
| kaksikymmentä | kahk-sih-kuhm-mehn-tah | twenty |
Let's see some examples of how to use these numbers in sentences:
- Hän täyttää kaksikymmentä vuotta huomenna. (He/She turns twenty tomorrow.)
- Meillä on yhdeksäntoista oppilasta luokassa. (We have nineteen students in the classroom.)
- Seitsemäntoista kukkaa kukoistaa puutarhassani. (Seventeen flowers are blooming in my garden.)
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
Numbers hold cultural significance in every language, and Finnish is no exception. In Finnish culture, numbers are often associated with superstitions, celebrations, and traditions.
The number seven (seitsemän) is considered lucky in Finnish culture. It is associated with good fortune and is often seen as a magical number. Many Finnish traditions and beliefs revolve around the number seven, such as the belief that if you pick seven different flowers and put them under your pillow on Midsummer's Eve, you will dream of your future spouse.
These cultural insights add depth and richness to the language learning experience. Understanding the cultural significance of numbers can enhance your understanding of Finnish society and its traditions.
Exercises[edit | edit source]
Let's now put our knowledge of numbers 1 to 20 in Finnish to the test. Complete the following exercises and check your answers below:
Exercise 1: Fill in the missing numbers in Finnish.[edit | edit source]
- 1. yksi, kaksi, ____, neljä, viisi
- 2. ____, seitsemän, kahdeksan, yhdeksän, kymmenen
- 3. kuusitoista, ____, kahdeksantoista, yhdeksäntoista, ____
- 4. kolme, ____, viisi, ____, seitsemän
Exercise 2: Translate the following sentences from English to Finnish.[edit | edit source]
- 1. I have three brothers and two sisters.
- 2. There are fifteen students in the classroom.
- 3. Her birthday is on the eleventh of August.
- 4. We bought twelve apples and ten oranges.
Exercise 3: Create your own sentences using numbers 1 to 20 in Finnish.[edit | edit source]
Solutions[edit | edit source]
Exercise 1:[edit | edit source]
1. kolme 2. kuusi 3. seitsemäntoista, yhdeksän 4. neljä, kuusi
Exercise 2:[edit | edit source]
1. Minulla on kolme veljeä ja kaksi sisarta. 2. Luokassa on viisitoista opiskelijaa. 3. Hänen syntymäpäivänsä on elokuun yhdestoista. 4. Ostimme kaksitoista omenaa ja kymmenen appelsiinia.
Exercise 3: (Answers may vary)[edit | edit source]
1. Kävelen joka päivä kaksi kilometriä. 2. Ostin seitsemän kirjaa ja kahdeksan kynää. 3. Tänään on neljästoista päivä kuusta. 4. Lapset piirsivät kaksikymmentä kuvaa.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have successfully learned the numbers from 1 to 20 in Finnish and how to use them in sentences. Make sure to practice these numbers regularly to reinforce your knowledge. Understanding numbers is essential for everyday communication, and now you can confidently count and use numbers in Finnish. Keep up the great work as you progress through your Finnish language journey!
Videos[edit | edit source]
Learn Finnish - Finnish in Three Minutes - Numbers 1-10 - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Learn Finnish! Lesson 3: Numbers 1-10 - Numerot 1-10 - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Learn Finnish! Lesson 4: Numbers 11-20 - Numerot 11-20 - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Learn Finnish! Lesson 51: Numbers from 100 onwards - Numerot ...[edit | edit source]
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Finnish Numbers - How to count in Finnish - ielanguages.com
- Finnish numbers — Of Languages and Numbers
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Dining Out
- Hobbies and Leisure
- Science and Technology
- Greetings and Introductions
- How to say Good Bye?
- At Home
- Animal
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Dinner Table
- Telling Time
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