Language/Sundanese/Vocabulary/Count-to-10
Hi Sundanese learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to count from 1 to 10 in Sundanese. Sundanese is spoken by around 39 million people in Indonesia. Therefore, it is a valuable language to learn, especially if you plan on travelling to Indonesia.
Let's start with the basics:
After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: Say Hello and Greetings in Sundanese, Health & Geography.
Numbers in Sundanese[edit | edit source]
In Sundanese, numbers are formed using a combination of basic numbers such as "satu" (one), "dua" (two), "tilu" (three), and so on. In addition, Sundanese also has specific words for numbers ten, hundred, thousand, and million. Here is a table of numbers from 1 to 10 in Sundanese:
| Sundanese | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| hiji | [hɪdʒi] | one |
| dua | [dua] | two |
| tilu | [tɪlu] | three |
| opat | [ɔpat] | four |
| lima | [lɪma] | five |
| genep | [ˈɡɛ.nəp] | six |
| tujuh | [tudʒuːh] | seven |
| dalapan | [dalaːpan] | eight |
| salapan | [salapa̤n] | nine |
| sapuluh | [sapuluɦ] | ten |
As you can see, Sundanese numbers require some practice to master, especially when it comes to pronouncing them correctly. Therefore, we advise you to listen carefully to Sundanese speakers and practice as much as possible.
Usage[edit | edit source]
Now let's see some examples of how to use these numbers in simple conversations:
- Person 1: hiji (one)
- Person 2: dua (two)
- Person 1: opat (four)
- Person 2: lima (five)
Furthermore, it is important to note that in Sundanese, numbers are sometimes used with a noun to indicate quantity:
- Person 1: Dua "kopi" mangga. (Two cups of coffee, please.)
- Person 2: Siap. (Ready.)
As you can see, mere understanding of basic Sundanese numbers can come quite handy in day-to-day conversations.
Culture and Fun Facts[edit | edit source]
Did you know that Sundanese people have been using Sundanese calendar since the 14th century? This calendar system is based on the phases of the moon, and it is still used for determining important dates such as the start of the fasting month, Ramadan.
To improve your Sundanese Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Learn Sundanese language online with games and flashcards
- Appendix:Sundanese Swadesh list - Wiktionary
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