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Welcome to the lesson on '''Standard Estonian Vocabulary → Numbers and Counting'''! Understanding numbers is essential for everyday communication, whether you're shopping, telling time, or just counting objects. In this lesson, we will take a deep dive into Estonian numbers from 1 to 100, exploring their pronunciation and usage in various contexts. By the end of this lesson, you will be comfortable with counting in Estonian and using numbers in your daily conversations.


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== Introduction ==
=== Importance of Numbers in Estonian ===


In this lesson, we will explore the Estonian numbers and counting system. Numbers are an essential part of everyday life, and learning them is crucial for basic communication and understanding in any language. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently count and use numbers in Estonian.
Numbers are foundational elements of any language. They help us quantify, measure, and navigate through daily life. In Estonian, numbers are not only used for counting but also play a role in expressing time, prices, and quantities. Mastering numbers will significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Estonian.  


The Estonian language has a unique counting system that differs from many other languages. It is a cardinal system, meaning that numbers are used to represent quantity or amount. Estonian numbers are relatively easy to learn, and once you understand the basics, you will be able to count to high numbers and use them in various situations.
=== Structure of the Lesson ===


This lesson is part of the "Complete 0 to A1 Standard Estonian Course," and it is specifically designed for complete beginners. We will start by introducing the basic numbers and gradually progress to more complex numbers and counting patterns.
This lesson is structured as follows:


== Basic Numbers ==
* '''Introduction to Numbers''': We will cover the basic numbers from 1 to 10, followed by 11 to 100.


We will begin by learning the basic numbers from one to ten in Estonian. Take your time to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation and spelling of each number. Practice saying them out loud to improve your pronunciation skills.
* '''Examples''': Each number will be illustrated with examples to help you understand their pronunciation and context.
 
* '''Exercises''': We will practice what we've learned with interactive exercises, complete with solutions for self-assessment.
 
== Introduction to Numbers ==
 
=== Numbers 1 to 10 ===
 
Let’s start with the numbers from 1 to 10. Here’s a useful table to help you get familiar with their pronunciation and English translations:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| üks || yks || one
 
| üks || [ʏks] || one
 
|-
|-
| kaks || kahks || two
 
| kaks || [kɑks] || two
 
|-
|-
| kolm || kolm || three
 
| kolm || [kɔlm] || three
 
|-
|-
| neli || neli || four
 
| neli || [ˈne.li] || four
 
|-
|-
| viis || vees || five
 
| viis || [viːs] || five
 
|-
|-
| kuus || kuus || six
 
| kuus || [kuːs] || six
 
|-
|-
| seitse || seitse || seven
 
| seitse || [ˈseɪ.t͡sɛ] || seven
 
|-
|-
| kaheksa || kaheksa || eight
 
| kaheksa || [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ] || eight
 
|-
|-
| üheksa || yheksa || nine
 
| üheksa || [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ] || nine
 
|-
|-
| kümme || koom-meh || ten
 
| kümme || [ˈkʏ.mɛ] || ten
 
|}
|}


Once you have mastered the basic numbers, it is essential to understand how to form and pronounce larger numbers. In Estonian, larger numbers are constructed by combining the basic numbers.
=== Numbers 11 to 20 ===


== Forming Larger Numbers ==
Continuing on, here are the numbers from 11 to 20:


To form larger numbers in Estonian, you need to learn the number roots from eleven to nineteen and the multiples of ten. Let's take a look at the number roots first:
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| üksteist || [ˈʏks.teɪst] || eleven


{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
|-
| üksteist || yk-stayst || eleven
 
| kaksteist || [ˈkɑks.teɪst] || twelve
 
|-
|-
| kaksteist || kahk-stayst || twelve
 
| kolmteist || [ˈkɔlm.teɪst] || thirteen
 
|-
|-
| kolmteist || kolm-tayst || thirteen
 
| neliteist || [ˈne.li.teɪst] || fourteen
 
|-
|-
| neliteist || nee-li-tayst || fourteen
 
| viisteist || [ˈviːs.teɪst] || fifteen
 
|-
|-
| viisteist || vees-tayst || fifteen
 
| kuusteist || [ˈkuːs.teɪst] || sixteen
 
|-
|-
| kuusteist || kuus-tayst || sixteen
 
| seitseteist || [ˈseɪt͡sɛ.teɪst] || seventeen
 
|-
|-
| seitseteist || sai-tseh-tayst || seventeen
 
| kaheksateist || [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ.teɪst] || eighteen
 
|-
|-
| kaheksateist || ka-hek-sah-tayst || eighteen
 
| üheksateist || [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ.teɪst] || nineteen
 
|-
|-
| üheksateist || y-hek-sah-tayst || nineteen
 
| kakskümmend || [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd] || twenty
 
|}
|}


Now, let's move on to the multiples of ten:
=== Numbers 21 to 100 ===
 
Now, let’s explore how we form numbers from 21 to 100. Numbers 21-29 are formed by combining "kakskümmend" (twenty) with the numbers 1-9. For example:
 
* 21: kakskümmend üks [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd ʏks] (twenty-one)
 
* 22: kakskümmend kaks [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd kɑks] (twenty-two)
 
* Continue this pattern up to 29.
 
Here’s how the tens are structured:
 
* 30: kolmkümmend [ˈkɔlm.kʏ.mɛnd]
 
* 40: nelikümmend [ˈne.li.kʏ.mɛnd]
 
* 50: viiskümmend [ˈviːs.kʏ.mɛnd]
 
* 60: kuuskümmend [ˈkuːs.kʏ.mɛnd]
 
* 70: seitsekümmend [ˈseɪt͡sɛ.kʏ.mɛnd]
 
* 80: kaheksakümmend [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd]
 
* 90: üheksakümmend [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd]
 
* 100: sada [ˈsɑ.dɑ]
 
And we can demonstrate this pattern in a table:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| kakskümmend || kahk-koom-mehnd || twenty
 
| kakskümmend üks || [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd ʏks] || twenty-one
 
|-
|-
| kolmkümmend || kolm-koom-mehnd || thirty
 
| kakskümmend kaks || [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd kɑks] || twenty-two
 
|-
|-
| nelikümmend || nee-li-koom-mehnd || forty
 
| kakskümmend kolm || [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd kɔlm] || twenty-three
 
|-
 
| kakskümmend neli || [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd ˈne.li] || twenty-four
 
|-
 
| kakskümmend viis || [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd viːs] || twenty-five
 
|-
|-
| viiskümmend || vees-koom-mehnd || fifty
 
| kolmkümmend || [ˈkɔlm.kʏ.mɛnd] || thirty
 
|-
|-
| kuuskümmend || kuus-koom-mehnd || sixty
 
| nelikümmend || [ˈne.li.kʏ.mɛnd] || forty
 
|-
|-
| seitsekümmend || sai-tseh-koom-mehnd || seventy
 
| viiskümmend || [ˈviːs.kʏ.mɛnd] || fifty
 
|-
|-
| kaheksakümmend || ka-hek-sah-koom-mehnd || eighty
 
| kuuskümmend || [ˈkuːs.kʏ.mɛnd] || sixty
 
|-
|-
| üheksakümmend || y-hek-sah-koom-mehnd || ninety
 
| seitsekümmend || [ˈseɪt͡sɛ.kʏ.mɛnd] || seventy
 
|-
 
| kaheksakümmend || [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd] || eighty
 
|-
 
| üheksakümmend || [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd] || ninety
 
|-
 
| sada || [ˈsɑ.dɑ] || one hundred
 
|}
|}


To form larger numbers, you simply combine the number roots and the multiples of ten. For example, to say "twenty-one" in Estonian, you would combine the word for twenty ("kakskümmend") with the number root for one ("üksteist"). The resulting word is "kakskümmend üks."
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now that we've covered the essential numbers, it's time to practice! Below are some exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned.
 
=== Exercise 1: Number Recognition ===
 
Match the Estonian numbers to their English equivalents.
 
1. 5 
 
2. 12 
 
3. 18 


Let's practice forming larger numbers:
4. 21 


* 37 - kolmkümmend seitse (kolm-koom-mehnd sai-tseh)
5. 100 
* 66 - kuuskümmend kuus (kuus-koom-mehnd kuus)
* 92 - üheksakümmend kaks (y-hek-sah-koom-mehnd kahks)


Remember to take your time and practice these numbers regularly to become more comfortable with them.
'''Answers''':


== Counting Patterns ==
* 1: viis


In Estonian, there are specific counting patterns that you need to be aware of when using numbers in different contexts. Let's explore some of the common counting patterns:
* 2: kaksteist


=== Singular Nouns ===
* 3: kaheksateist


When counting singular nouns in Estonian, you need to use the basic form of the noun. Here are some examples:
* 4: kakskümmend üks


* üks raamat (one book)
* 5: sada
* kaks laud (two tables)
* kolm auto (three cars)
* neli maja (four houses)


Notice that the noun does not change form when counting singular items.
=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===


=== Plural Nouns ===
Complete the sentences with the correct Estonian numbers.


When counting plural nouns in Estonian, you need to use the genitive form of the noun. The genitive form indicates that there is more than one of the noun. Here are some examples:
1. Ma nägin ___ (five) koera.


* viis raamatut (five books)
2. Mul on ___ (three) õuna. 
* kuus lauda (six tables)
* seitse autot (seven cars)
* kaheksa maja (eight houses)


Notice that the noun changes form in the genitive case when counting plural items.
3. Ta ostis ___ (twenty) raamatut. 


=== Ordinal Numbers ===
'''Answers''':


Estonian also has ordinal numbers, which are used to indicate the position or order of something. Ordinal numbers are formed by adding the suffix "-s" to the cardinal number. For example:
1. viit


* esimene (first)
2. kolm
* teine (second)
* kolmas (third)
* neljas (fourth)


=== Fractions ===
3. kakskümmend


To express fractions in Estonian, you use the cardinal number followed by the word "osa" (part) and the ordinal number. Here are some examples:
=== Exercise 3: Counting Objects ===


* pool (half)
Count the objects and write the number in Estonian.
* kolmveerand (three-quarters)
* kolmandik (one-third)


Practice using these counting patterns to become more comfortable with numbers in Estonian.
* Apples: 🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏 


== Cultural Insights ==
* Books: 📚📚📚 


Understanding the cultural context of counting in Estonian can provide valuable insights into the language and its speakers. Estonians have a rich cultural heritage, and numbers play a significant role in their traditions and customs.
* Cars: 🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗 


One interesting cultural fact is that Estonians have a tradition of counting their birthdays differently. Instead of counting the number of years they have lived, Estonians count the number of birthdays they have celebrated. For example, if an Estonian person has celebrated ten birthdays, they would say they are "ten years old." This tradition reflects the importance of celebrating life and the passing of time in Estonian culture.
'''Answers''':


Estonia is also known for its love of nature and outdoor activities. When counting objects related to nature, such as trees, flowers, or animals, Estonians often use a specific counting pattern called "kollektiiv." This pattern involves using the genitive plural form of the noun and adding the number before it. For example, "kolm puud" means "three trees." This counting pattern emphasizes the connection between humans and nature in Estonian culture.
* Apples: viis


== Exercises ==
* Books: kolm


Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of Estonian numbers and counting.
* Cars: seitse


1. Fill in the blanks with the correct numbers in Estonian:
=== Exercise 4: Time to Tell the Time ===


* Ma näen ________ kassi. (I see two cats.)
What time is it if you say "kaks" in Estonian?
* Seal on ________ õpikut. (There are five textbooks.)
* Täna on minu ________ sünnipäev. (Today is my eighth birthday.)


2. Translate the following numbers from English to Estonian:
'''Answer''': "Kaks" means "two," so it would be 2:00.


* Fourteen
=== Exercise 5: Number Combinations ===
* Twenty-three
* Fifty-six


3. Write the following numbers in digits:
Combine the Estonian tens and units to form the correct numbers.


* Kolmkümmend kuus
1. 34 
* Üheksateist


== Solutions ==
2. 57 


1. Fill in the blanks with the correct numbers in Estonian:
3. 82 


* Ma näen kahte kassi.
'''Answers''':
* Seal on viis õpikut.
* Täna on minu kaheksas sünnipäev.


2. Translate the following numbers from English to Estonian:
1. kolmkümmend neli


* Nelikümmend
2. viiskümmend seitse
* Kakskümmend kolm
* Viiskümmend kuus


3. Write the following numbers in digits:
3. kaheksakümmend kaks


* 36
=== Exercise 6: Translate the Numbers ===
* 19


Congratulations on completing the exercises! You are making excellent progress in learning the Estonian numbers and counting system.
Translate the following English numbers to Estonian.


== Summary ==
1. twenty-three 


In this lesson, we have explored the Estonian numbers and counting system. We started with the basic numbers and gradually progressed to larger numbers and counting patterns. Remember to practice regularly to improve your pronunciation and become more comfortable with numbers in Estonian.
2. forty-five 


We also discussed some cultural insights related to counting in Estonian, such as the tradition of counting birthdays and the use of specific counting patterns in nature-related contexts.
3. sixty-nine 


Keep up the good work, and continue practicing your Estonian skills in everyday situations. In the next lesson, we will delve into the vocabulary related to days, months, and seasons in Estonian.
'''Answers''':
 
1. kakskümmend kolm
 
2. nelikümmend viis
 
3. kuuskümmend üheksa
 
=== Exercise 7: Number Sequence ===
 
What comes next in this sequence? 1, 2, 3, ___
 
'''Answer''': 4 (neli)
 
=== Exercise 8: Word Problems ===
 
Solve the following problem:
 
If you have 2 apples and you buy 5 more, how many do you have in Estonian?
 
'''Answer''': Seitsme õuna. (seven apples)
 
=== Exercise 9: Choose the Correct Number ===
 
Choose the correct Estonian number for the following quantities:
 
* How many days are in a week? 
 
* How many fingers do you have on one hand? 
 
'''Answers''':
 
* seitse (seven)
 
* viis (five)
 
=== Exercise 10: Listening Practice ===
 
Listen to the teacher say the following numbers and write them down in Estonian:
 
* 13
 
* 25
 
* 99
 
'''Answers''':
 
* 13: kolmteist
 
* 25: kakskümmend viis
 
* 99: üheksakümmend üheksa
 
== Conclusion ==
 
You have now completed the lesson on Standard Estonian Vocabulary for Numbers and Counting! Remember that practice makes perfect. Continue using numbers in your daily life to reinforce your learning. Whether it's counting items, telling time, or discussing prices, the more you use Estonian numbers, the more comfortable you'll become.
 
Keep practicing, and soon enough, numbers will become second nature to you in Estonian!


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Standard Estonian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Numbers and counting

Welcome to the lesson on Standard Estonian Vocabulary → Numbers and Counting! Understanding numbers is essential for everyday communication, whether you're shopping, telling time, or just counting objects. In this lesson, we will take a deep dive into Estonian numbers from 1 to 100, exploring their pronunciation and usage in various contexts. By the end of this lesson, you will be comfortable with counting in Estonian and using numbers in your daily conversations.

Importance of Numbers in Estonian[edit | edit source]

Numbers are foundational elements of any language. They help us quantify, measure, and navigate through daily life. In Estonian, numbers are not only used for counting but also play a role in expressing time, prices, and quantities. Mastering numbers will significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Estonian.

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

This lesson is structured as follows:

  • Introduction to Numbers: We will cover the basic numbers from 1 to 10, followed by 11 to 100.
  • Examples: Each number will be illustrated with examples to help you understand their pronunciation and context.
  • Exercises: We will practice what we've learned with interactive exercises, complete with solutions for self-assessment.

Introduction to Numbers[edit | edit source]

Numbers 1 to 10[edit | edit source]

Let’s start with the numbers from 1 to 10. Here’s a useful table to help you get familiar with their pronunciation and English translations:

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
üks [ʏks] one
kaks [kɑks] two
kolm [kɔlm] three
neli [ˈne.li] four
viis [viːs] five
kuus [kuːs] six
seitse [ˈseɪ.t͡sɛ] seven
kaheksa [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ] eight
üheksa [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ] nine
kümme [ˈkʏ.mɛ] ten

Numbers 11 to 20[edit | edit source]

Continuing on, here are the numbers from 11 to 20:

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
üksteist [ˈʏks.teɪst] eleven
kaksteist [ˈkɑks.teɪst] twelve
kolmteist [ˈkɔlm.teɪst] thirteen
neliteist [ˈne.li.teɪst] fourteen
viisteist [ˈviːs.teɪst] fifteen
kuusteist [ˈkuːs.teɪst] sixteen
seitseteist [ˈseɪt͡sɛ.teɪst] seventeen
kaheksateist [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ.teɪst] eighteen
üheksateist [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ.teɪst] nineteen
kakskümmend [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd] twenty

Numbers 21 to 100[edit | edit source]

Now, let’s explore how we form numbers from 21 to 100. Numbers 21-29 are formed by combining "kakskümmend" (twenty) with the numbers 1-9. For example:

  • 21: kakskümmend üks [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd ʏks] (twenty-one)
  • 22: kakskümmend kaks [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd kɑks] (twenty-two)
  • Continue this pattern up to 29.

Here’s how the tens are structured:

  • 30: kolmkümmend [ˈkɔlm.kʏ.mɛnd]
  • 40: nelikümmend [ˈne.li.kʏ.mɛnd]
  • 50: viiskümmend [ˈviːs.kʏ.mɛnd]
  • 60: kuuskümmend [ˈkuːs.kʏ.mɛnd]
  • 70: seitsekümmend [ˈseɪt͡sɛ.kʏ.mɛnd]
  • 80: kaheksakümmend [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd]
  • 90: üheksakümmend [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd]
  • 100: sada [ˈsɑ.dɑ]

And we can demonstrate this pattern in a table:

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
kakskümmend üks [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd ʏks] twenty-one
kakskümmend kaks [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd kɑks] twenty-two
kakskümmend kolm [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd kɔlm] twenty-three
kakskümmend neli [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd ˈne.li] twenty-four
kakskümmend viis [ˈkɑks.kʏ.mɛnd viːs] twenty-five
kolmkümmend [ˈkɔlm.kʏ.mɛnd] thirty
nelikümmend [ˈne.li.kʏ.mɛnd] forty
viiskümmend [ˈviːs.kʏ.mɛnd] fifty
kuuskümmend [ˈkuːs.kʏ.mɛnd] sixty
seitsekümmend [ˈseɪt͡sɛ.kʏ.mɛnd] seventy
kaheksakümmend [ˈkɑ.ħɛk.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd] eighty
üheksakümmend [ˈy.ɪɡ.sɑ.kʏ.mɛnd] ninety
sada [ˈsɑ.dɑ] one hundred

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered the essential numbers, it's time to practice! Below are some exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Number Recognition[edit | edit source]

Match the Estonian numbers to their English equivalents.

1. 5

2. 12

3. 18

4. 21

5. 100

Answers:

  • 1: viis
  • 2: kaksteist
  • 3: kaheksateist
  • 4: kakskümmend üks
  • 5: sada

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the correct Estonian numbers.

1. Ma nägin ___ (five) koera.

2. Mul on ___ (three) õuna.

3. Ta ostis ___ (twenty) raamatut.

Answers:

1. viit

2. kolm

3. kakskümmend

Exercise 3: Counting Objects[edit | edit source]

Count the objects and write the number in Estonian.

  • Apples: 🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏
  • Books: 📚📚📚
  • Cars: 🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗🚗

Answers:

  • Apples: viis
  • Books: kolm
  • Cars: seitse

Exercise 4: Time to Tell the Time[edit | edit source]

What time is it if you say "kaks" in Estonian?

Answer: "Kaks" means "two," so it would be 2:00.

Exercise 5: Number Combinations[edit | edit source]

Combine the Estonian tens and units to form the correct numbers.

1. 34

2. 57

3. 82

Answers:

1. kolmkümmend neli

2. viiskümmend seitse

3. kaheksakümmend kaks

Exercise 6: Translate the Numbers[edit | edit source]

Translate the following English numbers to Estonian.

1. twenty-three

2. forty-five

3. sixty-nine

Answers:

1. kakskümmend kolm

2. nelikümmend viis

3. kuuskümmend üheksa

Exercise 7: Number Sequence[edit | edit source]

What comes next in this sequence? 1, 2, 3, ___

Answer: 4 (neli)

Exercise 8: Word Problems[edit | edit source]

Solve the following problem:

If you have 2 apples and you buy 5 more, how many do you have in Estonian?

Answer: Seitsme õuna. (seven apples)

Exercise 9: Choose the Correct Number[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct Estonian number for the following quantities:

  • How many days are in a week?
  • How many fingers do you have on one hand?

Answers:

  • seitse (seven)
  • viis (five)

Exercise 10: Listening Practice[edit | edit source]

Listen to the teacher say the following numbers and write them down in Estonian:

  • 13
  • 25
  • 99

Answers:

  • 13: kolmteist
  • 25: kakskümmend viis
  • 99: üheksakümmend üheksa

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

You have now completed the lesson on Standard Estonian Vocabulary for Numbers and Counting! Remember that practice makes perfect. Continue using numbers in your daily life to reinforce your learning. Whether it's counting items, telling time, or discussing prices, the more you use Estonian numbers, the more comfortable you'll become.

Keep practicing, and soon enough, numbers will become second nature to you in Estonian!

Table of Contents - Standard Estonian Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Estonian


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Daily Activities


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Estonian Traditions


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


At Home and Work


Estonian History


Negation and Questions


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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