Language/Spanish/Vocabulary/Count-to-10
Hi Spanish learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to count to 10 in Spanish! Numbers are essential in any language, and it's no different when it comes to Spanish. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to count to 10 like a native speaker. So let's get started!
Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: Bird, Parts of a fruit, Asking for Directions & Animals.
Introduction[edit | edit source]
Before we start counting in Spanish, it's essential to learn the basic vocabulary related to numbers. Let's take a look:
- Number: Número
- Digit: Dígito
- Counting: Contar
- Addition: Suma
- Subtraction: Resta
- Multiplication: Multiplicación
- Division: División
To improve your Spanish Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Counting to 10 in Spanish[edit | edit source]
Let's start with the numbers from 0 to 10. Here's how you say them in Spanish:
Spanish | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
0 | cero | zero |
1 | uno | one |
2 | dos | two |
3 | tres | three |
4 | cuatro | four |
5 | cinco | five |
6 | seis | six |
7 | siete | seven |
8 | ocho | eight |
9 | nueve | nine |
10 | diez | ten |
In Spanish, you always say the ones digit first, followed by the tens digit. For example, to say "thirty-four" in Spanish, you would say "treinta y cuatro," which means "thirty and four."
Let's practice counting to 10 together!
- Uno! (Ooh-noh!) means one!
- Dos! (Dohs!) means two!
- Tres! (Tress!) means three!
- Cuatro! (Kwah-troh!) means four!
- Cinco! (Seen-koh!) means five!
- Seis! (Say-s!) means six!
- Siete! (Syeh-teh!) means seven!
- Ocho! (Oh-choh!) means eight!
- Nueve! (Noo-eh-veh!) means nine!
- Diez! (Dee-ess!) means ten!
You did it! Practice counting to 10 until you feel comfortable saying the words out loud. It will help you remember them better.
Fun Facts[edit | edit source]
Did you know that the Spanish word for "thousand" is "mil"? Also, the Spanish language originated from the region that is now Spain and was first spoken in the ninth century. Today, it is spoken by more than 500 million people worldwide, making it one of the most spoken languages on the planet.
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Here's an example dialogue to practice counting to 10 in Spanish:
- Person 1: Uno. (One.)
- Person 2: Dos. (Two.)
- Person 1: Tres. (Three.)
- Person 2: Cuatro. (Four.)
- Person 1: Cinco. (Five.)
- Person 2: Seis. (Six.)
- Person 1: Siete. (Seven.)
- Person 2: Ocho. (Eight.)
- Person 1: Nueve. (Nine.)
- Person 2: Diez. (Ten.)
Try having a conversation with a Spanish-speaking friend using the numbers you learned in this lesson!
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned how to count to 10 in Spanish. Remember to practice counting whenever you can, and if you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
To continue learning Spanish vocabulary related to numbers, visit the Spanish Vocabulary page on the Polyglot Club website.
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Sources[edit | edit source]
- How to Count to Ten in Spanish | Study.com
- How To Count From 1-10 in Spanish - Rosetta Stone
- 10 Spanish Vocabulary Games for the Language Classroom
Videos[edit | edit source]
Counting In Spanish 1-10 | Jack Hartmann - YouTube[edit | edit source]
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Count to 10 in English and Spanish! | Jack Hartmann - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Count from 1 to 10 in Spanish - YouTube[edit | edit source]
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