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Welcome to this exciting lesson on '''Sindhi Vocabulary: Numbers and Counting'''! As we embark on this journey, it’s important to recognize that numbers are more than just digits; they are the building blocks for communication, allowing us to share information about quantity, time, and even emotions. Whether you're planning a trip to Sindh, counting your favorite snacks, or simply trying to shop efficiently, knowing how to count and use numbers in Sindhi will be invaluable. | |||
In this lesson, we will cover: | |||
* '''Introduction to Sindhi Numbers''': Understanding why numbers are essential in everyday conversation. | |||
* '''Counting from 1 to 100''': A comprehensive guide to Sindhi numerals. | |||
* '''Asking and Answering Questions about Numbers''': Practical phrases and structures to help you engage in conversations. | |||
* '''Exercises and Practice Scenarios''': Apply what you’ve learned to solidify your understanding. | |||
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to count confidently in Sindhi and answer questions about numbers with ease. So, let’s dive in! | |||
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=== Introduction to Sindhi Numbers === | |||
Numbers play a crucial role in our lives. They help us tell time, manage finances, and quantify our experiences. In Sindhi, numbers not only serve functional purposes but also connect us to the culture and traditions of the Sindhi-speaking community. Understanding how to use numbers enhances your ability to communicate effectively and opens up new avenues for interaction. | |||
=== Counting from 1 to 100 === | |||
Below is a table | Let’s start our exploration by learning how to count from 1 to 100 in Sindhi. Below is a table that illustrates the numbers along with their pronunciation and English translations. | ||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Sindhi !! Pronunciation !! English | ! Sindhi !! Pronunciation !! English | ||
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| 1 || هڪ (hik) || one | |||
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| 2 || ٻه (bih) || two | |||
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| 3 || ٽي (tee) || three | |||
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| 4 || چار (chaar) || four | |||
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| 5 || پنج (panj) || five | |||
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| 6 || ڇهه (chhah) || six | |||
|- | |||
| 7 || ست (sat) || seven | |||
|- | |||
| 8 || اٺ (ath) || eight | |||
|- | |||
| 9 || نو (nao) || nine | |||
|- | |||
| 10 || ڏھ (dah) || ten | |||
|- | |||
| 11 || يارھ (gyaarah) || eleven | |||
|- | |||
| 12 || ٻارھ (barah) || twelve | |||
|- | |||
| 13 || تيرھ (terah) || thirteen | |||
|- | |||
| 14 || چودھ (chaudah) || fourteen | |||
|- | |||
| 15 || پندرھ (pandrah) || fifteen | |||
|- | |||
| 16 || سولھ (solah) || sixteen | |||
|- | |||
| 17 || ستارھ (sataarah) || seventeen | |||
|- | |||
| 18 || اٺارھ (atharah) || eighteen | |||
|- | |||
| 19 || انيس (unees) || nineteen | |||
|- | |||
| 20 || ويھ (veeh) || twenty | |||
|- | |||
| 21 || اکیون (ikavan) || twenty-one | |||
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| 22 || بائیون (baivan) || twenty-two | |||
|- | |||
| 23 || تئیس (teis) || twenty-three | |||
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| 24 || چوبیس (chobees) || twenty-four | |||
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| 25 || پچيس (pachis) || twenty-five | |||
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| 26 || چھببیس (chhabbees) || twenty-six | |||
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| 27 || ستائيس (satais) || twenty-seven | |||
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| 28 || آٹھائيس (aathais) || twenty-eight | |||
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| 29 || انتیس (untais) || twenty-nine | |||
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| 30 || تيس (tees) || thirty | |||
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| 31 || اکتيس (ikatees) || thirty-one | |||
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| 32 || باون (baavan) || thirty-two | |||
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| 33 || تينتيس (tintais) || thirty-three | |||
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| 34 || چونتيس (chauntais) || thirty-four | |||
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| 35 || پينتيس (pintais) || thirty-five | |||
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| 36 || چھينتيس (chhaintais) || thirty-six | |||
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| 37 || ستينتيس (sateentais) || thirty-seven | |||
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| 38 || آٹھينتيس (aathain) || thirty-eight | |||
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| 39 || انينتيس (aneentais) || thirty-nine | |||
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| 40 || چاليس (chaalees) || forty | |||
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| 41 || اکتاليس (ikataalees) || forty-one | |||
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| 42 || بياليس (bayaalees) || forty-two | |||
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| 43 || ٽنچاليس (tinchaalees) || forty-three | |||
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| 44 || چونچاليس (chaunchalees) || forty-four | |||
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| 45 || پينتاليس (paintalees) || forty-five | |||
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| 46 || چھينچاليس (chhainchalees) || forty-six | |||
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| 47 || ستچاليس (sataalees) || forty-seven | |||
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| 48 || آٹھچاليس (aathchaalees) || forty-eight | |||
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| 49 || انينچاليس (aneenchaalees) || forty-nine | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 50 || پچاس (pachaas) || fifty | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 51 || اکتاس (ikataas) || fifty-one | |||
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| 52 || باونچاس (bavaanchaas) || fifty-two | |||
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| 53 || ترنچاس (tiranchaas) || fifty-three | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 54 || چونچاس (chaunchaas) || fifty-four | |||
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| 55 || پينچاس (painchaas) || fifty-five | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 56 || چھپنچاس (chhapanchaas) || fifty-six | |||
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| 57 || ستچاس (satchaas) || fifty-seven | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 58 || آٹھچاس (aathchaas) || fifty-eight | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 59 || انچاس (anechais) || fifty-nine | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 60 || ساٹھ (saath) || sixty | |||
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| 61 || اکھ ساٹھ (ikhasath) || sixty-one | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 62 || ٻه ساٹھ (bihasath) || sixty-two | |||
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| 63 || ٽي ساٹھ (teesath) || sixty-three | |||
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| 64 || چار ساٹھ (chaarasath) || sixty-four | |||
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| 65 || پنج ساٹھ (panjasath) || sixty-five | |||
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| 66 || چھ ساٹھ (chhahasath) || sixty-six | |||
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| 67 || ست ساٹھ (satasath) || sixty-seven | |||
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| 68 || آٹھ ساٹھ (athasath) || sixty-eight | |||
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| 69 || نو ساٹھ (naosath) || sixty-nine | |||
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| 70 || ستر (sattar) || seventy | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 71 || اکتھر (ikatar) || seventy-one | |||
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| 72 || بتر (batan) || seventy-two | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 73 || ترتر (tartaar) || seventy-three | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 74 || چونتر (chaun) || seventy-four | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 75 || پينتر (pinter) || seventy-five | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 76 || چھتر (chhatar) || seventy-six | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 77 || ستتر (sattatar) || seventy-seven | |||
|- | |- | ||
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| 78 || آٹھتر (aathatar) || seventy-eight | |||
|- | |||
| 79 || انتر (antaar) || seventy-nine | |||
|- | |||
| 80 || اسي (asi) || eighty | |||
|- | |||
| 81 || اکتسي (ikasi) || eighty-one | |||
|- | |||
| 82 || ٻه اسي (bihasi) || eighty-two | |||
|- | |||
| 83 || ٽي اسي (teesasi) || eighty-three | |||
|- | |||
| 84 || چار اسي (chaarasi) || eighty-four | |||
|- | |||
| 85 || پنج اسي (panjasi) || eighty-five | |||
|- | |||
| 86 || چھ اسي (chhahasi) || eighty-six | |||
|- | |||
| 87 || ست اسي (satasasi) || eighty-seven | |||
|- | |||
| 88 || آٹھ اسي (athasi) || eighty-eight | |||
|- | |||
| 89 || نو اسي (naoasi) || eighty-nine | |||
|- | |||
| 90 || نون (nava) || ninety | |||
|- | |||
| 91 || اکيون (ikani) || ninety-one | |||
|- | |||
| 92 || ٻه نون (bihnava) || ninety-two | |||
|- | |||
| 93 || ٽي نون (teenava) || ninety-three | |||
|- | |||
| 94 || چار نون (chaarava) || ninety-four | |||
|- | |||
| 95 || پنج نون (panjnava) || ninety-five | |||
|- | |||
| 96 || چھ نون (chhaanava) || ninety-six | |||
|- | |||
| 97 || ست نون (satnava) || ninety-seven | |||
|- | |||
| 98 || آٹھ نون (athnava) || ninety-eight | |||
|- | |||
| 99 || نو نون (naonava) || ninety-nine | |||
|- | |||
| 100 || سو (so) || one hundred | |||
|} | |} | ||
== | Now that you have a solid foundation in counting, let’s move on to the next essential skill: '''asking and answering questions about numbers'''. | ||
=== Asking and Answering Questions about Numbers === | |||
In any language, the ability to ask questions is as vital as knowing how to respond. Below, we’ll explore common questions related to numbers, along with the appropriate answers. This will enable you to engage with native Sindhi speakers in a meaningful way. | |||
==== Common Questions ==== | |||
1. '''How many...?''' | |||
* '''Sindhi''': ڪيترا ...؟ (Kitra ...?) | |||
* '''Example''': ڪيترا ڪتاب آھن؟ (Kitra kitaab aahein?) - How many books are there? | |||
2. '''What is your age?''' | |||
* '''Sindhi''': توھان جي عمر ڇا آهي؟ (Tuhanjay umar chha aahe?) | |||
* '''Example''': توھان جي عمر 25 سال آهي. (Tuhanjay umar 25 saal aahe.) - Your age is 25 years. | |||
3. '''What time is it?''' | |||
* '''Sindhi''': وقت ڇا آهي؟ (Waqt chha aahe?) | |||
* '''Example''': وقت 3 وڳي آهي. (Waqt 3 waghay aahe.) - It is 3 o'clock. | |||
4. '''How many days are left?''' | |||
* '''Sindhi''': ڪيترا ڏينهن باقي آھن؟ (Kitra din baaqi aahein?) | |||
* '''Example''': ڪيترا ڏينهن باقي آھن؟ (Kitra din baaqi aahein?) - How many days are left? | |||
5. '''How much does this cost?''' | |||
* '''Sindhi''': ان جي قيمت ڇا آهي؟ (In ji qimath chha aahe?) | |||
* '''Example''': ان جي قيمت 500 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 500 rupiya aahe.) - It costs 500 rupees. | |||
===== Responding to Questions ===== | |||
Here are some sample responses to the questions above: | |||
1. '''Response to "How many...?"''' | |||
* '''Answer''': 5 ڪتاب آھن. (5 kitaab aahein.) - There are 5 books. | |||
2. '''Response to "What is your age?"''' | |||
* '''Answer''': مون جي عمر 30 سال آهي. (Munjay umar 30 saal aahe.) - My age is 30 years. | |||
3. '''Response to "What time is it?"''' | |||
* '''Answer''': وقت 2 وڳي آهي. (Waqt 2 waghay aahe.) - It is 2 o'clock. | |||
4. '''Response to "How many days are left?"''' | |||
* '''Answer''': 10 ڏينهن باقي آھن. (10 din baaqi aahein.) - There are 10 days left. | |||
5. '''Response to "How much does this cost?"''' | |||
* | * '''Answer''': ان جي قيمت 1000 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 1000 rupiya aahe.) - It costs 1000 rupees. | ||
Now that we've covered the essentials of counting and how to communicate about numbers in Sindhi, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test with some exercises. | |||
=== Exercises and Practice Scenarios === | |||
Let's solidify your learning with some practical exercises. Each exercise will encourage you to apply what you've learned about Sindhi numbers and counting. | |||
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ==== | |||
Fill in the blanks with the correct Sindhi numbers. | |||
1. مون وٽ ______ (3) ڪتاب آھن. | |||
2. ______ (10) گلاب آھن. | |||
3. توھان جي عمر ______ (25) سال آهي. | |||
4. ______ (40) روپيا چارج آهي. | |||
'''Answers:''' | |||
1. ٽي (tee) | |||
2. ڏھ (dah) | |||
3. پچيس (pachis) | |||
In | 4. چاليس (chaalees) | ||
==== Exercise 2: Match the Questions and Answers ==== | |||
Match the questions in Column A with the correct answers in Column B. | |||
Column A: | |||
1. ڪيترا ڏينهن باقي آھن؟ | |||
2. توھان جي عمر ڇا آهي؟ | |||
3. وقت ڇا آهي؟ | |||
4. ان جي قيمت ڇا آهي؟ | |||
Column B: | |||
a. 500 روپيا آهي. | |||
b. 25 سال آهي. | |||
c. 10 ڏينهن باقي آھن. | |||
d. 3 وڳي آهي. | |||
'''Answers:''' | |||
1 - c | |||
2 - b | |||
3 - d | |||
4 - a | |||
==== Exercise 3: Translate to Sindhi ==== | |||
Translate the following sentences into Sindhi. | |||
1. I have six apples. | |||
2. There are twenty students in the class. | |||
3. How many books are there? | |||
4. It costs three hundred rupees. | |||
'''Answers:''' | |||
1. مون وٽ ڇهه سيب آھن. (Munjay paas chhah seb aahein.) | |||
2. ڪلاس ۾ ويھ شاگرد آھن. (Klaas mein veeh shaagird aahein.) | |||
3. ڪيترا ڪتاب آھن؟ (Kitra kitaab aahein?) | |||
4. ان جي قيمت 300 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 300 rupiya aahe.) | |||
==== Exercise 4: Create Your Own Questions ==== | |||
Write down three questions you would ask a Sindhi speaker about numbers or counting. | |||
'''Example Answers:''' | |||
1. توھان جو پسنديده نمبر ڇا آهي؟ (Tuhanjay pasandeeda number chha aahe?) - What is your favorite number? | |||
2. ڪيترا روز توھان ڪم ڪندا آھيو؟ (Kitra roz tuhaan kaam kanda aahiyo?) - How many days do you work? | |||
3. توھان کي ڇا پسند آهي - 1 سنيچر يا 2 سنيچر؟ (Tuhanjay ke chha pasand aahe - 1 Sunday ya 2 Sunday?) - Do you prefer 1 Sunday or 2 Sundays? | |||
==== Exercise 5: Number Bingo ==== | |||
Create a Bingo card with random numbers from 1 to 100 in Sindhi. Play with a friend or family member and practice calling out the numbers in Sindhi. | |||
'''Example Numbers for Bingo Card:''' | |||
* 1: هڪ (hik) | |||
* 15: پندرھ (pandrah) | |||
* 22: بائیون (baivan) | |||
* 35: پينتيس (pintais) | |||
* 50: پچاس (pachaas) | |||
==== Exercise 6: Counting Objects ==== | |||
Look around your home and count the following objects. Write down how many you see in Sindhi. | |||
1. Chairs | |||
2. Books | |||
3. Windows | |||
4. Cups | |||
'''Example Answers:''' | |||
1. 4 ڪرسيون (چار ڪرسيون). | |||
2. 5 ڪتاب (پنج ڪتاب). | |||
3. 2 ونڊو (ٻه ونڊو). | |||
4. 3 کپ (ٽي کپ). | |||
==== Exercise 7: Role Play ==== | |||
Pair up with a classmate and role-play a shopping scenario where one person is the shopkeeper and the other is the customer. Use Sindhi numbers to negotiate prices and quantities. | |||
==== Exercise 8: Listening Practice ==== | |||
Watch a Sindhi video or listen to a Sindhi song. Try to identify the numbers mentioned in the video or song. Write them down in Sindhi. | |||
==== Exercise 9: Counting in Different Contexts ==== | |||
Think of three different contexts where you would need to use numbers in Sindhi (e.g., at a restaurant, in a classroom, or while shopping). Write a short dialogue for each context, incorporating numbers. | |||
'''Example Contexts:''' | |||
1. At a restaurant: | |||
* Customer: مون کي 2 پيزا ۽ 1 سافٽ ڊرنڪ چاهجي. (Munjay 2 pizza aain 1 soft drink chahji.) | |||
* Waiter: ٺيڪ آهي، 2 پيزا ۽ 1 سافٽ ڊرنڪ. (Theek aahe, 2 pizza aain 1 soft drink.) | |||
2. In a classroom: | |||
* Teacher: توهان ۾ 25 شاگرد آهن؟ (Tuhanjay mein 25 shaagird aahein?) | |||
* Student: ها، 25 شاگرد آهن. (Haan, 25 shaagird aahein.) | |||
3. While shopping: | |||
* Customer: ان جو قيمت ڇا آهي؟ (In jo qimath chha aahe?) | |||
* Shopkeeper: ان جي قيمت 200 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 200 rupiya aahe.) | |||
==== Exercise 10: Number Stories ==== | |||
Write a short story incorporating at least five different numbers in Sindhi. Share your story with the class. | |||
'''Example Story:''' | |||
مون وٽ 3 دوست آهن. اسان هر هفتي 2 دفعه ملندا آهيون. اسان 1 دفعه پارڪ ۾ ۽ 1 دفعه مووي ڏسڻ ويندا آهيون. اسان جي عمر 25 کان 30 سال تائين آهي. (I have 3 friends. We meet twice a week. Once in the park and once to watch a movie. Our ages range from 25 to 30 years.) | |||
As you complete these exercises, remember that practice makes perfect. The more you use Sindhi numbers in real-life scenarios, the more comfortable you will become. | |||
=== Conclusion === | |||
Congratulations on completing this lesson on '''Sindhi Vocabulary: Numbers and Counting'''! You've taken a significant step in your journey to learn Sindhi. By mastering numbers, you are not only enhancing your vocabulary but also enabling yourself to communicate more effectively with Sindhi speakers. | |||
Keep practicing, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification. Numbers are everywhere, and with your newfound skills, you’ll be counting in Sindhi like a pro in no time! | |||
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==Sources== | |||
* [https://sindhi.english-dictionary.help/english-to-sindhi-meaning-count English to Sindhi Meaning of count - شمار] | |||
==Other Lessons== | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Clothes|Clothes]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Traditional-Clothing|Traditional Clothing]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Cuisine|Cuisine]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Count-to-10|Count to 10]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week|Days of the Week]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Food-and-Beverages|Food and Beverages]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Food|Food]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/Education|Education]] | |||
* [[Language/Sindhi/Vocabulary/At-School|At School]] | |||
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Welcome to this exciting lesson on Sindhi Vocabulary: Numbers and Counting! As we embark on this journey, it’s important to recognize that numbers are more than just digits; they are the building blocks for communication, allowing us to share information about quantity, time, and even emotions. Whether you're planning a trip to Sindh, counting your favorite snacks, or simply trying to shop efficiently, knowing how to count and use numbers in Sindhi will be invaluable.
In this lesson, we will cover:
- Introduction to Sindhi Numbers: Understanding why numbers are essential in everyday conversation.
- Counting from 1 to 100: A comprehensive guide to Sindhi numerals.
- Asking and Answering Questions about Numbers: Practical phrases and structures to help you engage in conversations.
- Exercises and Practice Scenarios: Apply what you’ve learned to solidify your understanding.
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to count confidently in Sindhi and answer questions about numbers with ease. So, let’s dive in!
Introduction to Sindhi Numbers[edit | edit source]
Numbers play a crucial role in our lives. They help us tell time, manage finances, and quantify our experiences. In Sindhi, numbers not only serve functional purposes but also connect us to the culture and traditions of the Sindhi-speaking community. Understanding how to use numbers enhances your ability to communicate effectively and opens up new avenues for interaction.
Counting from 1 to 100[edit | edit source]
Let’s start our exploration by learning how to count from 1 to 100 in Sindhi. Below is a table that illustrates the numbers along with their pronunciation and English translations.
Sindhi | Pronunciation | English |
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1 | هڪ (hik) | one |
2 | ٻه (bih) | two |
3 | ٽي (tee) | three |
4 | چار (chaar) | four |
5 | پنج (panj) | five |
6 | ڇهه (chhah) | six |
7 | ست (sat) | seven |
8 | اٺ (ath) | eight |
9 | نو (nao) | nine |
10 | ڏھ (dah) | ten |
11 | يارھ (gyaarah) | eleven |
12 | ٻارھ (barah) | twelve |
13 | تيرھ (terah) | thirteen |
14 | چودھ (chaudah) | fourteen |
15 | پندرھ (pandrah) | fifteen |
16 | سولھ (solah) | sixteen |
17 | ستارھ (sataarah) | seventeen |
18 | اٺارھ (atharah) | eighteen |
19 | انيس (unees) | nineteen |
20 | ويھ (veeh) | twenty |
21 | اکیون (ikavan) | twenty-one |
22 | بائیون (baivan) | twenty-two |
23 | تئیس (teis) | twenty-three |
24 | چوبیس (chobees) | twenty-four |
25 | پچيس (pachis) | twenty-five |
26 | چھببیس (chhabbees) | twenty-six |
27 | ستائيس (satais) | twenty-seven |
28 | آٹھائيس (aathais) | twenty-eight |
29 | انتیس (untais) | twenty-nine |
30 | تيس (tees) | thirty |
31 | اکتيس (ikatees) | thirty-one |
32 | باون (baavan) | thirty-two |
33 | تينتيس (tintais) | thirty-three |
34 | چونتيس (chauntais) | thirty-four |
35 | پينتيس (pintais) | thirty-five |
36 | چھينتيس (chhaintais) | thirty-six |
37 | ستينتيس (sateentais) | thirty-seven |
38 | آٹھينتيس (aathain) | thirty-eight |
39 | انينتيس (aneentais) | thirty-nine |
40 | چاليس (chaalees) | forty |
41 | اکتاليس (ikataalees) | forty-one |
42 | بياليس (bayaalees) | forty-two |
43 | ٽنچاليس (tinchaalees) | forty-three |
44 | چونچاليس (chaunchalees) | forty-four |
45 | پينتاليس (paintalees) | forty-five |
46 | چھينچاليس (chhainchalees) | forty-six |
47 | ستچاليس (sataalees) | forty-seven |
48 | آٹھچاليس (aathchaalees) | forty-eight |
49 | انينچاليس (aneenchaalees) | forty-nine |
50 | پچاس (pachaas) | fifty |
51 | اکتاس (ikataas) | fifty-one |
52 | باونچاس (bavaanchaas) | fifty-two |
53 | ترنچاس (tiranchaas) | fifty-three |
54 | چونچاس (chaunchaas) | fifty-four |
55 | پينچاس (painchaas) | fifty-five |
56 | چھپنچاس (chhapanchaas) | fifty-six |
57 | ستچاس (satchaas) | fifty-seven |
58 | آٹھچاس (aathchaas) | fifty-eight |
59 | انچاس (anechais) | fifty-nine |
60 | ساٹھ (saath) | sixty |
61 | اکھ ساٹھ (ikhasath) | sixty-one |
62 | ٻه ساٹھ (bihasath) | sixty-two |
63 | ٽي ساٹھ (teesath) | sixty-three |
64 | چار ساٹھ (chaarasath) | sixty-four |
65 | پنج ساٹھ (panjasath) | sixty-five |
66 | چھ ساٹھ (chhahasath) | sixty-six |
67 | ست ساٹھ (satasath) | sixty-seven |
68 | آٹھ ساٹھ (athasath) | sixty-eight |
69 | نو ساٹھ (naosath) | sixty-nine |
70 | ستر (sattar) | seventy |
71 | اکتھر (ikatar) | seventy-one |
72 | بتر (batan) | seventy-two |
73 | ترتر (tartaar) | seventy-three |
74 | چونتر (chaun) | seventy-four |
75 | پينتر (pinter) | seventy-five |
76 | چھتر (chhatar) | seventy-six |
77 | ستتر (sattatar) | seventy-seven |
78 | آٹھتر (aathatar) | seventy-eight |
79 | انتر (antaar) | seventy-nine |
80 | اسي (asi) | eighty |
81 | اکتسي (ikasi) | eighty-one |
82 | ٻه اسي (bihasi) | eighty-two |
83 | ٽي اسي (teesasi) | eighty-three |
84 | چار اسي (chaarasi) | eighty-four |
85 | پنج اسي (panjasi) | eighty-five |
86 | چھ اسي (chhahasi) | eighty-six |
87 | ست اسي (satasasi) | eighty-seven |
88 | آٹھ اسي (athasi) | eighty-eight |
89 | نو اسي (naoasi) | eighty-nine |
90 | نون (nava) | ninety |
91 | اکيون (ikani) | ninety-one |
92 | ٻه نون (bihnava) | ninety-two |
93 | ٽي نون (teenava) | ninety-three |
94 | چار نون (chaarava) | ninety-four |
95 | پنج نون (panjnava) | ninety-five |
96 | چھ نون (chhaanava) | ninety-six |
97 | ست نون (satnava) | ninety-seven |
98 | آٹھ نون (athnava) | ninety-eight |
99 | نو نون (naonava) | ninety-nine |
100 | سو (so) | one hundred |
Now that you have a solid foundation in counting, let’s move on to the next essential skill: asking and answering questions about numbers.
Asking and Answering Questions about Numbers[edit | edit source]
In any language, the ability to ask questions is as vital as knowing how to respond. Below, we’ll explore common questions related to numbers, along with the appropriate answers. This will enable you to engage with native Sindhi speakers in a meaningful way.
Common Questions[edit | edit source]
1. How many...?
- Sindhi: ڪيترا ...؟ (Kitra ...?)
- Example: ڪيترا ڪتاب آھن؟ (Kitra kitaab aahein?) - How many books are there?
2. What is your age?
- Sindhi: توھان جي عمر ڇا آهي؟ (Tuhanjay umar chha aahe?)
- Example: توھان جي عمر 25 سال آهي. (Tuhanjay umar 25 saal aahe.) - Your age is 25 years.
3. What time is it?
- Sindhi: وقت ڇا آهي؟ (Waqt chha aahe?)
- Example: وقت 3 وڳي آهي. (Waqt 3 waghay aahe.) - It is 3 o'clock.
4. How many days are left?
- Sindhi: ڪيترا ڏينهن باقي آھن؟ (Kitra din baaqi aahein?)
- Example: ڪيترا ڏينهن باقي آھن؟ (Kitra din baaqi aahein?) - How many days are left?
5. How much does this cost?
- Sindhi: ان جي قيمت ڇا آهي؟ (In ji qimath chha aahe?)
- Example: ان جي قيمت 500 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 500 rupiya aahe.) - It costs 500 rupees.
Responding to Questions[edit | edit source]
Here are some sample responses to the questions above:
1. Response to "How many...?"
- Answer: 5 ڪتاب آھن. (5 kitaab aahein.) - There are 5 books.
2. Response to "What is your age?"
- Answer: مون جي عمر 30 سال آهي. (Munjay umar 30 saal aahe.) - My age is 30 years.
3. Response to "What time is it?"
- Answer: وقت 2 وڳي آهي. (Waqt 2 waghay aahe.) - It is 2 o'clock.
4. Response to "How many days are left?"
- Answer: 10 ڏينهن باقي آھن. (10 din baaqi aahein.) - There are 10 days left.
5. Response to "How much does this cost?"
- Answer: ان جي قيمت 1000 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 1000 rupiya aahe.) - It costs 1000 rupees.
Now that we've covered the essentials of counting and how to communicate about numbers in Sindhi, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test with some exercises.
Exercises and Practice Scenarios[edit | edit source]
Let's solidify your learning with some practical exercises. Each exercise will encourage you to apply what you've learned about Sindhi numbers and counting.
Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]
Fill in the blanks with the correct Sindhi numbers.
1. مون وٽ ______ (3) ڪتاب آھن.
2. ______ (10) گلاب آھن.
3. توھان جي عمر ______ (25) سال آهي.
4. ______ (40) روپيا چارج آهي.
Answers:
1. ٽي (tee)
2. ڏھ (dah)
3. پچيس (pachis)
4. چاليس (chaalees)
Exercise 2: Match the Questions and Answers[edit | edit source]
Match the questions in Column A with the correct answers in Column B.
Column A:
1. ڪيترا ڏينهن باقي آھن؟
2. توھان جي عمر ڇا آهي؟
3. وقت ڇا آهي؟
4. ان جي قيمت ڇا آهي؟
Column B:
a. 500 روپيا آهي.
b. 25 سال آهي.
c. 10 ڏينهن باقي آھن.
d. 3 وڳي آهي.
Answers:
1 - c
2 - b
3 - d
4 - a
Exercise 3: Translate to Sindhi[edit | edit source]
Translate the following sentences into Sindhi.
1. I have six apples.
2. There are twenty students in the class.
3. How many books are there?
4. It costs three hundred rupees.
Answers:
1. مون وٽ ڇهه سيب آھن. (Munjay paas chhah seb aahein.)
2. ڪلاس ۾ ويھ شاگرد آھن. (Klaas mein veeh shaagird aahein.)
3. ڪيترا ڪتاب آھن؟ (Kitra kitaab aahein?)
4. ان جي قيمت 300 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 300 rupiya aahe.)
Exercise 4: Create Your Own Questions[edit | edit source]
Write down three questions you would ask a Sindhi speaker about numbers or counting.
Example Answers:
1. توھان جو پسنديده نمبر ڇا آهي؟ (Tuhanjay pasandeeda number chha aahe?) - What is your favorite number?
2. ڪيترا روز توھان ڪم ڪندا آھيو؟ (Kitra roz tuhaan kaam kanda aahiyo?) - How many days do you work?
3. توھان کي ڇا پسند آهي - 1 سنيچر يا 2 سنيچر؟ (Tuhanjay ke chha pasand aahe - 1 Sunday ya 2 Sunday?) - Do you prefer 1 Sunday or 2 Sundays?
Exercise 5: Number Bingo[edit | edit source]
Create a Bingo card with random numbers from 1 to 100 in Sindhi. Play with a friend or family member and practice calling out the numbers in Sindhi.
Example Numbers for Bingo Card:
- 1: هڪ (hik)
- 15: پندرھ (pandrah)
- 22: بائیون (baivan)
- 35: پينتيس (pintais)
- 50: پچاس (pachaas)
Exercise 6: Counting Objects[edit | edit source]
Look around your home and count the following objects. Write down how many you see in Sindhi.
1. Chairs
2. Books
3. Windows
4. Cups
Example Answers:
1. 4 ڪرسيون (چار ڪرسيون).
2. 5 ڪتاب (پنج ڪتاب).
3. 2 ونڊو (ٻه ونڊو).
4. 3 کپ (ٽي کپ).
Exercise 7: Role Play[edit | edit source]
Pair up with a classmate and role-play a shopping scenario where one person is the shopkeeper and the other is the customer. Use Sindhi numbers to negotiate prices and quantities.
Exercise 8: Listening Practice[edit | edit source]
Watch a Sindhi video or listen to a Sindhi song. Try to identify the numbers mentioned in the video or song. Write them down in Sindhi.
Exercise 9: Counting in Different Contexts[edit | edit source]
Think of three different contexts where you would need to use numbers in Sindhi (e.g., at a restaurant, in a classroom, or while shopping). Write a short dialogue for each context, incorporating numbers.
Example Contexts:
1. At a restaurant:
- Customer: مون کي 2 پيزا ۽ 1 سافٽ ڊرنڪ چاهجي. (Munjay 2 pizza aain 1 soft drink chahji.)
- Waiter: ٺيڪ آهي، 2 پيزا ۽ 1 سافٽ ڊرنڪ. (Theek aahe, 2 pizza aain 1 soft drink.)
2. In a classroom:
- Teacher: توهان ۾ 25 شاگرد آهن؟ (Tuhanjay mein 25 shaagird aahein?)
- Student: ها، 25 شاگرد آهن. (Haan, 25 shaagird aahein.)
3. While shopping:
- Customer: ان جو قيمت ڇا آهي؟ (In jo qimath chha aahe?)
- Shopkeeper: ان جي قيمت 200 روپيا آهي. (In ji qimath 200 rupiya aahe.)
Exercise 10: Number Stories[edit | edit source]
Write a short story incorporating at least five different numbers in Sindhi. Share your story with the class.
Example Story:
مون وٽ 3 دوست آهن. اسان هر هفتي 2 دفعه ملندا آهيون. اسان 1 دفعه پارڪ ۾ ۽ 1 دفعه مووي ڏسڻ ويندا آهيون. اسان جي عمر 25 کان 30 سال تائين آهي. (I have 3 friends. We meet twice a week. Once in the park and once to watch a movie. Our ages range from 25 to 30 years.)
As you complete these exercises, remember that practice makes perfect. The more you use Sindhi numbers in real-life scenarios, the more comfortable you will become.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations on completing this lesson on Sindhi Vocabulary: Numbers and Counting! You've taken a significant step in your journey to learn Sindhi. By mastering numbers, you are not only enhancing your vocabulary but also enabling yourself to communicate more effectively with Sindhi speakers.
Keep practicing, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification. Numbers are everywhere, and with your newfound skills, you’ll be counting in Sindhi like a pro in no time!
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