Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Numbers-and-Counting

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Introduction

In this lesson, we will explore the topic of numbers and counting in the Sindhi language. Numbers play a crucial role in everyday life, whether it's counting objects, telling time, or expressing quantities. By learning Sindhi numbers, you will be able to communicate more effectively and navigate various situations in Sindhi-speaking regions. This lesson will cover Sindhi numbers from 1 to 100, counting in Sindhi, and how to ask and answer questions about numbers.

Sindhi Numbers from 1 to 10

Let's start by learning the Sindhi numbers from 1 to 10. Familiarize yourself with the pronunciation and spelling of each number:

Sindhi	Pronunciation	English Translation
1	aik	One
2	biyā	Two
3	tīn	Three
4	chār	Four
5	pāñc	Five
6	chhay	Six
7	sāt	Seven
8	āțh	Eight
9	nāv	Nine
10	das	Ten

Now, let's practice counting from 1 to 10 in Sindhi:

• aik (one)
• biyā (two)
• tīn (three)
• chār (four)
• pāñc (five)
• chhay (six)
• sāt (seven)
• āțh (eight)
• nāv (nine)
• das (ten)

Sindhi Numbers from 11 to 20

Next, let's move on to the numbers from 11 to 20 in Sindhi. These numbers have a unique construction compared to the rest. Take a look at the following table:

Sindhi	Pronunciation	English Translation
11	gyaarah	Eleven
12	bārah	Twelve
13	tērah	Thirteen
14	chaudah	Fourteen
15	pandrah	Fifteen
16	solah	Sixteen
17	satrah	Seventeen
18	āțhārah	Eighteen
19	unnis	Nineteen
20	bīs	Twenty

Now, let's practice counting from 11 to 20 in Sindhi:

• gyaarah (eleven)
• bārah (twelve)
• tērah (thirteen)
• chaudah (fourteen)
• pandrah (fifteen)
• solah (sixteen)
• satrah (seventeen)
• āțhārah (eighteen)
• unnis (nineteen)
• bīs (twenty)

Sindhi Numbers from 21 to 100

Moving on, let's learn the numbers from 21 to 100 in Sindhi. These numbers follow a pattern similar to the English language, where the tens digit is followed by the ones digit. Take a look at the table below:

Sindhi	Pronunciation	English Translation
21	ikkīs	Twenty-one
22	bāīs	Twenty-two
30	tiīs	Thirty
40	chāliīs	Forty
50	pachās	Fifty
60	sāṭh	Sixty
70	sattāīs	Seventy
80	assīs	Eighty
90	nabbe	Ninety
100	sau	One hundred

Now, let's practice counting from 21 to 100 in Sindhi:

• ikkīs (twenty-one)
• bāīs (twenty-two)
• tiīs (thirty)
• chāliīs (forty)
• pachās (fifty)
• sāṭh (sixty)
• sattāīs (seventy)
• assīs (eighty)
• nabbe (ninety)
• sau (one hundred)

Counting Objects in Sindhi

In addition to counting numbers, it's important to learn how to count objects in Sindhi. When counting objects, we use the plural form of the noun and attach the corresponding number. For example:

• "Two books" would be "biyā pustak".
• "Five chairs" would be "pāñc kursiyan".

Let's practice counting objects in Sindhi:

• aik pustak (one book)
• do pustak (two books)
• tīn pustak (three books)
• chār pustak (four books)
• pāñc pustak (five books)

Asking and Answering Questions about Numbers

Now that we have learned Sindhi numbers and how to count objects, let's move on to asking and answering questions about numbers. Here are some useful phrases and examples:

• "What is your phone number?" - "توهان جو فون نمبر ڇا آهي؟" (Tuhān̄ jo phōn nambar chā āhī?)
• "My phone number is 123456789." - "منهنجو فون نمبر 123456789 آهي." (Manḥjō phōn nambar 123456789 āhī.)
• "How many siblings do you have?" - "توهان کيتينون ساهڻا ڇا آهن؟" (Tuhān̄ kētīnōn sāḥṇā chā āhēn?)
• "I have two siblings." - "منهنجي کانهن ساهڻين ٻيو آهن." (Manḥjī kānḥ sāḥṇīn bīyō āhēn.)

Practice asking and answering questions about numbers in Sindhi:

• "What is your age?"
• "My age is 25."
• "How many children do you have?"
• "I have three children."

Cultural Insight

Numbers hold cultural significance in Sindhi traditions and beliefs. In Sindhi culture, certain numbers are considered lucky or unlucky. For example, the number 7 is considered lucky and associated with prosperity and success. Many Sindhi families choose to perform important ceremonies or events on dates that include the number 7. On the other hand, the number 13 is considered unlucky and is often associated with bad luck and superstitions. It is common for buildings to skip the 13th floor or for people to avoid important decisions on the 13th day of the month.

Exercises

Now, let's put your knowledge of Sindhi numbers and counting to the test with some exercises:

1. Write the Sindhi words for the following numbers: a) 35 b) 68 c) 92

2. Count from 1 to 10 in Sindhi.

3. Translate the following English numbers into Sindhi: a) 14 b) 57 c) 83

4. Answer the following questions in Sindhi: a) توهان جو عمر ڇا آهي؟ b) منهنجي ڇڌوري ڇڃنين آهن.

Solutions

1. Sindhi words for the given numbers: a) تيس (tīs) b) ساٽه (sāṭh) c) نبيه (nabbe)

2. Counting from 1 to 10 in Sindhi: aik, biyā, tīn, chār, pāñc, chhay, sāt, āțh, nāv, das

3. Sindhi translation for the given English numbers: a) چوده (chaudah) b) پچاس (pachās) c) اٺاس (āțhās)

4. Answers to the questions in Sindhi: a) توهان جو عمر ڇا آهي؟

  - منهنجو عمر 25 سال آهي. (Manḥjō umar 25 sāl āhī.)

b) منهنجي ڇڌوري ڇڃنين آهن.

  - منهنجي ڇڌوري ڇڃنين تين آهن. (Manḥjī chḥōrī chḥīnīn tīn āhēn.)

Congratulations on completing the exercises!

Conclusion

In this lesson, we have covered Sindhi numbers from 1 to 100, counting in Sindhi, and how to ask and answer questions about numbers. By mastering these skills, you can confidently communicate about quantities, tell time, and navigate various situations in Sindhi-speaking regions. Remember to practice regularly to reinforce your understanding and improve your fluency in Sindhi. Keep up the great work, and soon you'll be ready to move on to the next lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Sindhi Course"!

Table of Contents - Sindhi Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Sindhi Script

• Sindhi Alphabet
• Basic Consonants and Vowels

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Everyday Vocabulary

• Greetings and Introductions
• Numbers and Counting
• Days of the Week and Months
• Colors and Shapes
• Food and Beverages

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Basic Grammar Concepts

• Nouns and Pronouns
• Adjectives and Adverbs
• Verbs and Tenses
• Prepositions and Conjunctions

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Everyday Situations

• At Home
• At Work
• At School
• Shopping
• Travel and Transportation

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More Grammar Concepts

• Question Formation
• Negation
• Imperatives
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Expressing Possession

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Culture and Traditions

• Festivals and Celebrations
• Traditional Clothing
• Music and Dance
• Cuisine
• History and Landmarks

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Advanced Grammar Concepts

• Conditional Sentences
• Passive Voice
• Subjunctive Mood
• Relative Clauses
• Reported Speech

Sources

• English to Sindhi Meaning of count - شمار

Other Lessons

• Clothes
• Traditional Clothing
• Cuisine
• Count to 10
• Days of the Week
• Food and Beverages
• Food
• Education
• At School

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