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Welcome to our lesson on '''Romanian Vocabulary''' focusing on '''Numbers and Counting'''! This lesson is crucial for anyone embarking on their journey to learn Romanian, as numbers are fundamental in everyday communication. Whether you're shopping, telling time, or just trying to navigate through conversations, knowing how to count in Romanian will empower you to express yourself more confidently.
 
In this lesson, we will:


== Introduction ==
* Explore the numbers from '''1 to 10'''.


In this lesson, we will delve into the fascinating world of numbers and counting in Romanian. Numbers are an essential part of any language, and mastering them will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Romanian. Whether you are counting objects, telling the time, or expressing quantities, a solid foundation in numbers is crucial. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently count and use numbers in various situations.
* Discuss counting in various contexts.


To ensure a comprehensive understanding, we will start with the basics and gradually progress to more complex concepts. We will cover cardinal numbers, ordinal numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Additionally, we will explore how numbers are used in telling the time, expressing dates, and discussing quantities. Along the way, we will provide numerous examples and practice exercises to reinforce your learning.
* Provide practical examples and exercises to reinforce your learning.


Before we dive into the world of numbers, let's take a moment to appreciate the cultural significance of numerals in Romania. The history of numerals in Romanian dates back centuries, influenced by the country's rich cultural heritage and linguistic evolution. Throughout the lesson, we will highlight interesting cultural facts and anecdotes related to numbers in Romanian, giving you a deeper appreciation of the language and its context.
By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of basic numbers in Romanian and how to use them in different situations.


So, let's embark on this exciting journey of numbers and counting in Romanian! Get ready to expand your vocabulary, sharpen your mathematical skills, and discover the beauty of Romanian numerals.
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== Cardinal Numbers ==
=== Numbers from 1 to 10 ===


=== Numbers 0-10 ===
Let's start with the basics: the numbers from '''1 to 10''' in Romanian. Below is a table that illustrates these numbers along with their pronunciation and English translations.


Let's start with the basics and learn the cardinal numbers from 0 to 10 in Romanian. These numbers are the building blocks of the numerical system and will serve as the foundation for further learning. Pay close attention to the pronunciation as well, as it will greatly aid your communication skills.
{| class="wikitable"


Here is a table showcasing the cardinal numbers 0 to 10 in Romanian:
! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English


{| class="wikitable"
! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
|-
| zero || ˈze.ro || zero
 
| unu || /ˈunu/ || one
 
|-
|-
| unu || ˈu.nu || one
 
| doi || /doi/ || two
 
|-
|-
| doi || doj || two
 
| trei || /trej/ || three
 
|-
|-
| trei || trej || three
 
| patru || /ˈpatru/ || four
 
|-
|-
| patru || ˈpa.tru || four
 
| cinci || /tʃintʃ/ || five
 
|-
|-
| cinci || ˈt͡ʃinʲkʲ || five
 
| șase || /ˈʃase/ || six
 
|-
|-
| șase || ʃaː.se || six
 
| șapte || /ˈʃapte/ || seven
 
|-
|-
| șapte || ʃa.te || seven
 
| opt || /opt/ || eight
 
|-
|-
| opt || opt || eight
 
| nouă || /ˈno.ə/ || nine
 
|-
|-
| nouă || no.uə || nine
 
|-
| zece || /ˈzetʃe/ || ten
| zece || ˈze.ke || ten
 
|}
|}


Now, let's practice using these numbers in context with some simple examples:
These numbers are essential as they form the foundation for counting and will be used frequently in our exercises.
 
=== Counting Beyond 10 ===
 
Once you’re comfortable with the numbers from 1 to 10, it's time to expand your counting skills. Numbers in Romanian follow a specific pattern after ten.
 
* '''11''' is '''unsprezece''' (pronounced /unspreˈze.tʃe/)
 
* '''12''' is '''doisprezece''' (pronounced /doispreˈze.tʃe/)
 
* '''20''' is '''douăzeci''' (pronounced /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi/)


* I have zero apples. (Am zero mere.)
The pattern continues similarly, so:
* She has three cats. (Ea are trei pisici.)
* We bought five books. (Am cumpărat cinci cărți.)
* They are eight years old. (Ei au opt ani.)
* Can you count to ten? (Poți număra până la zece?)


Take your time to practice these numbers and their pronunciation until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
* '''21''' is '''douăzeci și unu''' (twenty and one)


=== Numbers 11-20 ===
* '''22''' is '''douăzeci și doi''' (twenty and two)


Moving on from the basic numbers, let's now explore the numbers from 11 to 20 in Romanian. These numbers have their unique forms and patterns, so pay close attention to their structure and pronunciation.
* '''30''' is '''treizeci''' (thirty)


Here is a table showcasing the numbers 11 to 20 in Romanian:
Here’s a table to illustrate numbers from 11 to 30:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| unsprezece || un.spre.ze.ke || eleven
 
| unsprezece || /unspreˈze.tʃe/ || eleven
 
|-
|-
| doisprezece || doj.spre.ze.ke || twelve
 
| doisprezece || /doispreˈze.tʃe/ || twelve
 
|-
|-
| treisprezece || trej.spre.ze.ke || thirteen
 
| treisprezece || /treispreˈze.tʃe/ || thirteen
 
|-
|-
| paisprezece || paj.spre.ze.ke || fourteen
 
| paisprezece || /pai̯spreˈze.tʃe/ || fourteen
 
|-
|-
| cincisprezece || t͡ʃin.spre.ze.ke || fifteen
 
| cincisprezece || /tʃinʧispreˈze.tʃe/ || fifteen
 
|-
|-
| șaisprezece || ʃa.is.pre.ze.ke || sixteen
 
| șaisprezece || /ˈʃaispreˈze.tʃe/ || sixteen
 
|-
|-
| șaptesprezece || ʃap.te.spre.ze.ke || seventeen
 
| săptisprezece || /ˈʃapti̯spreˈze.tʃe/ || seventeen
 
|-
|-
| optsprezece || opt.spre.ze.ke || eighteen
 
| optsprezece || /opspreˈze.tʃe/ || eighteen
 
|-
|-
| nouăsprezece || no.uə.spre.ze.ke || nineteen
 
| nouăsprezece || /ˈno.əspreˈze.tʃe/ || nineteen
 
|-
 
| douăzeci || /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi/ || twenty
 
|-
 
| douăzeci și unu || /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi ʃi ˈunu/ || twenty-one
 
|-
 
| douăzeci și doi || /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi ʃi doi/ || twenty-two
 
|-
|-
| douăzeci || do.uə.zekʲ || twenty
 
| treizeci || /treiˈze.tʃi/ || thirty
 
|}
|}


Let's practice using these numbers in context:
This pattern will help you not only with counting but also with understanding higher numbers as you progress in your studies.
 
=== Practical Examples ===
 
Understanding numbers is one thing, but applying them in conversation is another. Here are some practical examples where you can use these numbers in context:
 
1. When shopping:
 
* ''Cât costă?'' (How much does it cost?)
 
* ''Costă cinci lei.'' (It costs five lei.)
 
2. When telling time:
 
* ''Este două.'' (It is two o'clock.)
 
* ''Este zece și jumătate.'' (It is ten thirty.)
 
3. When making plans:


* He has thirteen siblings. (El are treisprezece frați.)
* ''Vino la mine la patru.'' (Come to my place at four.)
* We will meet at fifteen o'clock. (Ne vom întâlni la ora cincisprezece.)
* She is seventeen years old. (Ea are șaptesprezece ani.)
* They bought eighteen tickets. (Au cumpărat optsprezece bilete.)
* I have twenty books. (Am douăzeci de cărți.)


Take your time to practice these numbers and their pronunciation until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
* ''Mă întâlnesc cu prietenii la șapte.'' (I meet with friends at seven.)


=== Numbers 30-100 ===
4. When talking about age:


Now, let's move on to the numbers from 30 to 100 in Romanian. These numbers follow a pattern similar to the previous ones, with some variations in pronunciation and structure. Pay close attention to these nuances to ensure accurate communication.
* ''Am douăzeci de ani.'' (I am twenty years old.)


Here is a table showcasing the numbers 30 to 100 in Romanian:
* ''El are zece ani.'' (He is ten years old.)


{| class="wikitable"
5. When asking for quantities:
! Romanian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
| treizeci || trej.zetʃʲ || thirty
|-
| patruzeci || pa.tru.zetʃʲ || forty
|-
| cincizeci || t͡ʃin.zetʃʲ || fifty
|-
| șaizeci || ʃaj.zetʃʲ || sixty
|-
| șaptezeci || ʃap.te.zetʃʲ || seventy
|-
| optzeci || opt.zetʃʲ || eighty
|-
| nouăzeci || no.uə.zetʃʲ || ninety
|-
| o sută || o su.tə || one hundred
|}


Let's practice using these numbers in context:
* ''Vreau trei mere.'' (I want three apples.)


* She has forty-two pencils. (Ea are patruzeci și doi creioane.)
* ''Ai cinci cărți.'' (You have five books.)
* We will meet at fifty minutes past the hour. (Ne vom întâlni la cincizeci de minute după ora fixă.)
* He is seventy-three years old. (El are șaptezeci și trei de ani.)
* They bought eighty-nine apples. (Au cumpărat optzeci și nouă mere.)
* The price is one hundred lei. (Prețul este o sută de lei.)


Take your time to practice these numbers and their pronunciation until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
By practicing these examples, you'll gain confidence in using numbers in different situations.


== Ordinal Numbers ==
=== Exercises ===


=== Forming Ordinal Numbers ===
Now let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises designed to help you practice counting in Romanian.


Now that we have explored the cardinal numbers, let's move on to ordinal numbers. Ordinal numbers are used to indicate the position or order of something in a series. In Romanian, ordinal numbers are formed by adding the suffix "-lea" to the cardinal number, with some exceptions and variations.
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====


Here is a table showcasing the formation of ordinal numbers from 1 to 10 in Romanian:
Fill in the blanks with the correct Romanian numbers (1-10).


{| class="wikitable"
1. ____ (one)
! Cardinal Number !! Ordinal Number
|-
| unu || primul
|-
| doi || al doilea
|-
| trei || al treilea
|-
| patru || al patrulea
|-
| cinci || al cincilea
|-
| șase || al șaselea
|-
| șapte || al șaptelea
|-
| opt || al optulea
|-
| nouă || al nouălea
|-
| zece || al zecelea
|}


Let's practice using these ordinal numbers in context:
2. ____ (four)


* She is the first person in line. (Ea este prima persoană în rând.)
3. ____ (seven)  
* We are the second group to arrive. (Suntem a doua grupă care a sosit.)
* They won the third prize. (Au câștigat al treilea premiu.)
* It is the fourth house on the left. (Este a patra casă pe stânga.)
* He is the fifth student in the class. (El este al cincilea elev din clasă.)


Take your time to practice these ordinal numbers until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
4. ____ (ten)


=== Exceptions and Irregularities ===
5. ____ (three)


While most ordinal numbers in Romanian follow a regular pattern, some have exceptions and irregularities. Here are a few examples:
==== Exercise 2: Matching ====


* For the number 1, instead of "primul", we use "întâiul" or "primul" depending on the context. Both forms are correct, but "întâiul" is more formal and often used in official or literary contexts.
Match the Romanian numbers with their English translations.


* For the number 2, instead of "al doilea", we use "al doilea" or "al doilelea" depending on the noun's gender. If the noun is masculine, we use "al doilea". If the noun is feminine, we use "al doilelea". This distinction is important for proper agreement in Romanian grammar.
| Romanian | English |


* For the numbers 3, 4, șase (6), and zece (10), we add the suffix "-lea" directly to the cardinal number without any changes.
|----------|---------|


Let's practice these exceptions in context:
| a) cinci | 1) six  |


* She is the first student in the class. (Ea este prima elevă din clasă.)
| b) șapte | 2) five |
* He is the second boy in line. (El este al doilea băiat în rând.)
* They won the third prize. (Au câștigat al treilea premiu.)
* It is the fourth house on the left. (Este a patra casă pe stânga.)
* We are the sixth group to arrive. (Suntem a șasea grupă care a sosit.)
* He is the tenth student in the class. (El este al zecelea elev din clasă.)


Take your time to practice these exceptions and irregularities until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
| c) doi  | 3) two  |


== Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages ==
| d) unu  | 4) one  |


=== Fractions ===
==== Exercise 3: Counting Practice ====


Fractions are an important part of everyday life and are used to express parts of a whole. In Romanian, fractions are formed by using the cardinal numbers for the numerator and the ordinal numbers for the denominator.
Count the following items in Romanian and write it down:


Here are some commonly used fractions in Romanian:
* 3 apples


* 1/2 - jumătate (yoo.mə.ˈtat.e)
* 4 books
* 1/3 - o treime (o ˈtre.jme)
* 1/4 - un sfert (o͡on sfert)
* 1/5 - un cincime (o͡on t͡ʃin.ˈt͡ʃi.me)
* 1/6 - un șesime (o͡on ˈʃe.si.me)
* 1/8 - un optime (o͡on ˈop.ti.me)
* 1/10 - un zeceime (o͡on ˈze.t͡ʃe.jme)


Let's practice using these fractions in context:
* 5 chairs


* I ate half of the cake. (Am mâncat jumătate din tort.)
==== Exercise 4: Simple Sentences ====
* She drank a quarter of the bottle. (A băut un sfert din sticlă.)
* We shared a third of the pizza. (Am împărțit o treime din pizza.)
* They each received an eighth of the prize. (Au primit câte o optime din premiu.)


Take your time to practice these fractions until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
Create sentences using the following numbers:


=== Decimals ===
1. 2


Decimals are used to express numbers between whole numbers in Romanian. The decimal point is represented by a comma (",") in Romanian, opposite to the decimal point used in English. The decimal numbers are read digit by digit, with each digit separated by the word "virgulă" (comma).
2. 5


Here are some examples of decimal numbers in Romanian:
3. 8


* 1.5 - unu virgulă cinci (o͡on vir.ˈgu.lə ˈt͡ʃiŋkʲ)
==== Exercise 5: Time Telling ====
* 2.75 - doi virgulă șapte cinci (doj vir.ˈgu.lə ʃa.te t͡ʃiŋkʲ)
* 0.25 - zero virgulă două cinci (ˈze.ro vir.ˈgu.lə do.uə.ˈt͡ʃiŋkʲ)
* 3.14159 - trei virgulă unu patru unu cinci nouă (trej vir.ˈgu.lə unu pa.tru unu ˈt͡ʃiŋkʲ no.uə)


Let's practice reading these decimal numbers in context:
Translate the following sentences into Romanian:


* The price is 1.99 lei. (Prețul este unu virgulă nouă nouă lei.)
1. It is three o'clock.
* She ran 2.5 kilometers. (A alergat doi virgulă cinci kilometri.)
* We need 0.75 liters of milk. (Avem nevoie de zero virgulă șapte cinci litri de lapte.)
* Pi is approximately 3.14159. (Numărul pi este aproximativ trei virgulă unu patru unu cinci nouă.)


Take your time to practice reading these decimal numbers until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
2. It is nine thirty.


=== Percentages ===
==== Exercise 6: Age Questions ====


Percentages are used to express a portion of a whole as a fraction of 100. In Romanian, percentages are formed by using the cardinal numbers followed by the word "la sută" (percent).
Answer the following questions in Romanian:


Here are some examples of percentages in Romanian:
1. How old are you? (I am __ years old.)


* 25% - douăzeci și cinci la sută (do.uə.ˈze.bi ʃi t͡ʃi.ˈze.bi la ˈsu.tə)
2. How old is your friend? (He/She is __ years old.)
* 50% - cincizeci la sută (t͡ʃin.zetʃʲ la ˈsu.tə)
* 75% - șaptezeci și cinci la sută (ʃap.te.ˈze.bi ʃi t͡ʃi.ˈze.bi la ˈsu.tə)
* 100% - o sută la sută (o ˈsu.tə la ˈsu.tə)


Let's practice using these percentages in context:
==== Exercise 7: Shopping Scenario ====


* She scored 80% on the test. (A obținut optzeci la sută la test.)
Imagine you are at a store. Write down how you would ask for prices for:
* We received a discount of 50% off the original price. (Am primit o reducere de cincizeci la sută din prețul inițial.)
* The battery is charged at 75%. (Bateria este încărcată la șaptezeci și cinci la sută.)
* You need to complete 100% of the tasks. (Trebuie să finalizezi o sută la sută din sarcini.)


Take your time to practice using these percentages until you feel comfortable with them. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
1. 2 oranges


== Telling Time ==
2. 3 pens


=== The 12-Hour Clock ===
==== Exercise 8: Number Conversion ====


Telling time is an essential skill in any language, and Romanian is no exception. In Romania, the 12-hour clock system is commonly used, with some variations in informal speech. To tell the time in Romanian, you need to be familiar with the cardinal numbers and some specific vocabulary related to time.
Convert the following numbers from English to Romanian:


Here are some examples of telling time in Romanian:
1. 11


* 1:00 - una fix (oo.na fiks) or ora unu (o.ra o.nu)
2. 14
* 7:15 - șapte și un sfert (ʃap.te ʃi o͡on sfert)
* 12:30 - douăsprezece și jumătate (do.uə.spre.ˈze.t͡ʃe ʃi yoo.mə.ˈtat.e)
* 3:45 - patru și patruzeci și cinci (pa.tru ʃi pa.tru.ˈzet͡ʃʲ ʃi ˈt͡ʃiŋkʲ)
* 9:55 - nouă și cinci minute înainte de zece (no.uə ʃi ˈt͡ʃiŋkʲ mi.ˈnut.e ɨn.ˈajn.te de ˈze.ke)


Let's practice telling time in Romanian:
3. 25


* What time is it? (Cât este ceasul?)
==== Exercise 9: Higher Counting ====
* It's two o'clock. (Este ora două.)
* The meeting starts at half past three. (Întâlnirea începe la trei și jumătate.)
* The train departs at quarter to five. (Trenul pleacă la patru și cincizeci și cinci.)
* The movie starts at five minutes to ten. (Filmul începe la zece minute înainte de zece.)


Take your time to practice telling time in Romanian until you feel comfortable with it. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
Write down the Romanian numbers for the following:


=== The 24-Hour Clock ===
1. 30


In addition to the 12-hour clock system, Romania also uses the 24-hour clock system, especially in formal or official contexts. The 24-hour clock system eliminates any confusion regarding AM (ante meridiem) and PM (post meridiem) designations.
2. 40


To express time using the 24-hour clock system in Romanian, simply use the cardinal numbers without any additional vocabulary. For example, 1:00 PM would be expressed as "13:00", and 7:30 PM would be expressed as "19:30".
3. 50


Let's practice expressing time in the 24-hour clock system:
==== Exercise 10: Find the Mistake ====


* What time is it? (Cât este ceasul?)
Identify the mistake in the following sentences and correct them:
* It's 14:30. (Sunt 14:30.)
* The meeting starts at 16:00. (Întâlnirea începe la 16:00.)
* The train departs at 20:45. (Trenul pleacă la 20:45.)
* The movie starts at 22:15. (Filmul începe la 22:15.)


Take your time to practice expressing time in the 24-hour clock system until you feel comfortable with it. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
1. Eu am patru cărți. (I have four books.)


== Expressing Dates ==
2. Este cinci și jumătate. (It is five thirty.)


Expressing dates is an important skill for daily communication, whether you are discussing upcoming events or writing formal documents. In Romanian, dates are typically expressed in a day-month-year format, with some variations in formal writing.
=== Solutions ===


Here are some examples of expressing dates in Romanian:
== Solutions for Exercise 1:


* 21st of May, 2022 - douăzeci și unu mai, 2022 (do.uə.ˈze.bi ʃi unu maj doj.milə.ˈdou.t͡ʃe.de.ˈsju)
1. unu
* 6th of September, 1990 - șase septembrie, 1990 (ʃa.se sep.ˈtem.bri.e doj.milə.ˈnoj.ʃe.de)
* 10th of December, 2023 - zece decembrie, 2023 (ˈze.ke de.ˈt͡ʃem.bri.e doj.milə.ˈdoi.t͡ʃe.trej)
* 3rd of July, 2005 - trei iulie, 2005 (trej ju.ˈli.e doj.milə.ˈpak.te)


Let's practice expressing dates in Romanian:
2. patru


* What is today's date? (Care este data de azi?)
3. șapte
* Today is the 8th of March, 2022. (Astăzi este 8 martie, 2022.)
* Our anniversary is on the 12th of June. (Aniversarea noastră este pe 12 iunie.)
* The deadline is the 5th of April. (Termenul limită este pe 5 aprilie.)
* The concert will be on the 27th of November. (Concertul va avea loc pe 27 noiembrie.)


Take your time to practice expressing dates in Romanian until you feel comfortable with it. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
4. zece


== Quantities and Measurements ==
5. trei


=== Counting Objects ===
== Solutions for Exercise 2:


Counting objects is a fundamental skill in any language, and Romanian is no exception. To count objects in Romanian, you can use the cardinal numbers we have learned so far.
a) 2) five


Here are some examples of counting objects in Romanian:
b) 1) six


* one book - o carte (o ˈkar.te)
c) 3) two
* two pens - două stilouri (do.uə sti.ˈlo.u.ri)
* three chairs - trei scaune (trej ˈskau.ne)
* four cups - patru cești (pa.tru ˈt͡ʃeʃtʲ)
* five apples - cinci mere (t͡ʃinʲkʲ ˈme.re)


Let's practice counting objects in Romanian:
d) 4) one


* How many chairs are there? (Câte scaune sunt?)
== Solutions for Exercise 3:
* There are six chairs. (Sunt șase scaune.)
* I have three cats. (Am trei pisici.)
* She bought five shirts. (A cumpărat cinci cămăși.)
* We need two more bottles of water. (Avem nevoie de încă două sticle de apă.)


Take your time to practice counting objects in Romanian until you feel comfortable with it. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
* trei mere


=== Quantifying with Cardinal Numbers ===
* patru cărți


In addition to counting objects, cardinal numbers can also be used to quantify or express quantities in Romanian. Whether you are discussing quantities of food, people, or time, cardinal numbers are essential for accurate communication.
* cinci scaune


Here are some examples of quantifying with cardinal numbers in Romanian:
== Solutions for Exercise 4:


* I have a lot of books. (Am multe cărți.)
1. Am doi prieteni.
* They ate a few apples. (Au mâncat câteva mere.)
* We need several chairs. (Avem nevoie de câteva scaune.)
* She has many friends. (Ea are mulți prieteni.)
* There are few opportunities. (Sunt puține oportunități.)


Let's practice quantifying with cardinal numbers in Romanian:
2. Am cinci cărți.


* How much milk do you need? (Câtă lapte ai nevoie?)
3. Am opt mere.
* I need two liters of milk. (Am nevoie de doi litri de lapte.)
* How many people are coming to the party? (Câți oameni vin la petrecere?)
* There will be fifteen guests. (Vor fi cincisprezece invitați.)
* Can I have a couple of apples? (Pot să iau câteva mere?)


Take your time to practice quantifying with cardinal numbers in Romanian until you feel comfortable with it. Remember that repetition and practice are key to mastering any language skill.
== Solutions for Exercise 5:


== Cultural Insights ==
1. Este trei.


Romania, with its rich cultural heritage, has a unique perspective on numbers. Here are some interesting cultural insights related to numbers in Romanian:
2. Este nouă și jumătate.


* Superstitions: Like many cultures, Romanians have their fair share of superstitions related to numbers. For example, the number 13 is considered unlucky in Romanian culture, similar to other Western cultures.
== Solutions for Exercise 6:


* Lucky numbers: On the other hand, certain numbers are considered lucky in Romanian culture. For example, the number 7 is often associated with good luck and is considered a fortunate number.
1. Am douăzeci de ani.


* Regional variations: While Romanian is the official language of Romania, there are regional variations in vocabulary and pronunciation. This can also be observed in the usage and understanding of numbers. Some regions may have unique dialectal words or pronunciations for certain numbers, adding a fascinating layer of linguistic diversity.
2. El/ea are zece ani.


* Historical influences: Romania's history, shaped by various influences and conquests, has left its mark on the country's language and culture. Throughout history, Romania has been influenced by neighboring countries such as Hungary, Bulgaria, and Turkey, which may have had an impact on the language's numerical system.
== Solutions for Exercise 7:


These cultural insights provide a glimpse into the vibrant and diverse aspects of Romanian culture. By understanding the cultural context of numbers in Romanian, you can develop a deeper appreciation for the language and its nuances.
1. Cât costă două portocale?


== Exercises ==
2. Cât costă trei pixuri?


Now that you have learned the basics of numbers and counting in Romanian, it's time to put your knowledge into practice. Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your learning:
== Solutions for Exercise 8:


1. Write the cardinal numbers from 1 to 20 in Romanian.
1. unsprezece


2. Express the following decimal numbers in Romanian: 0.5, 2.25, 1.75, 3.14159.
2. paisprezece


3. Practice telling the time in Romanian using both the 12-hour clock and the 24-hour clock systems.
3. douăzeci și cinci


4. Write the following dates in Romanian: 15th of June, 1999; 7th of December, 2021; 20th of January, 2005.
== Solutions for Exercise 9:


5. Count the following objects in Romanian: three pens, five books, two chairs, four cups.
1. treizeci


6. Express the following quantities in Romanian: a lot of friends, a few apples, several hours, many books.
2. patruzeci


Take your time to complete these exercises and check your answers. This will help solidify your understanding of numbers and counting in Romanian.
3. cincizeci


== Conclusion ==
== Solutions for Exercise 10:


Congratulations! You have reached the end of this comprehensive lesson on numbers and counting in Romanian. Throughout this lesson, you have learned the cardinal numbers, ordinal numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in Romanian. You have also practiced telling time, expressing dates, and quantifying with numbers. By incorporating cultural insights and engaging exercises, we hope to have made your learning experience enjoyable and memorable.
1. Correct: Eu am patru cărți. (No mistake)


Numbers are an essential part of everyday life, and mastering them will greatly enhance your communication skills in Romanian. Remember to practice regularly and use numbers in real-life situations to reinforce your learning. With time and dedication, you will become proficient in Romanian numbers and counting.
2. Correct: Este cinci și jumătate. (It should be: Este cinci.)


In the next lesson, we will explore another exciting topic in the realm of basic Romanian vocabulary. Stay tuned and keep up the great work!
Congratulations on completing the lesson! Remember, practice makes perfect, and using numbers in daily life will help solidify your understanding of Romanian counting. Keep practicing, and you’ll soon find yourself counting like a pro!


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Romanian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Numbers and Counting

Welcome to our lesson on Romanian Vocabulary focusing on Numbers and Counting! This lesson is crucial for anyone embarking on their journey to learn Romanian, as numbers are fundamental in everyday communication. Whether you're shopping, telling time, or just trying to navigate through conversations, knowing how to count in Romanian will empower you to express yourself more confidently.

In this lesson, we will:

  • Explore the numbers from 1 to 10.
  • Discuss counting in various contexts.
  • Provide practical examples and exercises to reinforce your learning.

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of basic numbers in Romanian and how to use them in different situations.

Numbers from 1 to 10[edit | edit source]

Let's start with the basics: the numbers from 1 to 10 in Romanian. Below is a table that illustrates these numbers along with their pronunciation and English translations.

Romanian Pronunciation English
unu /ˈunu/ one
doi /doi/ two
trei /trej/ three
patru /ˈpatru/ four
cinci /tʃintʃ/ five
șase /ˈʃase/ six
șapte /ˈʃapte/ seven
opt /opt/ eight
nouă /ˈno.ə/ nine
zece /ˈzetʃe/ ten

These numbers are essential as they form the foundation for counting and will be used frequently in our exercises.

Counting Beyond 10[edit | edit source]

Once you’re comfortable with the numbers from 1 to 10, it's time to expand your counting skills. Numbers in Romanian follow a specific pattern after ten.

  • 11 is unsprezece (pronounced /unspreˈze.tʃe/)
  • 12 is doisprezece (pronounced /doispreˈze.tʃe/)
  • 20 is douăzeci (pronounced /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi/)

The pattern continues similarly, so:

  • 21 is douăzeci și unu (twenty and one)
  • 22 is douăzeci și doi (twenty and two)
  • 30 is treizeci (thirty)

Here’s a table to illustrate numbers from 11 to 30:

Romanian Pronunciation English
unsprezece /unspreˈze.tʃe/ eleven
doisprezece /doispreˈze.tʃe/ twelve
treisprezece /treispreˈze.tʃe/ thirteen
paisprezece /pai̯spreˈze.tʃe/ fourteen
cincisprezece /tʃinʧispreˈze.tʃe/ fifteen
șaisprezece /ˈʃaispreˈze.tʃe/ sixteen
săptisprezece /ˈʃapti̯spreˈze.tʃe/ seventeen
optsprezece /opspreˈze.tʃe/ eighteen
nouăsprezece /ˈno.əspreˈze.tʃe/ nineteen
douăzeci /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi/ twenty
douăzeci și unu /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi ʃi ˈunu/ twenty-one
douăzeci și doi /ˈdo.ə.ze.tʃi ʃi doi/ twenty-two
treizeci /treiˈze.tʃi/ thirty

This pattern will help you not only with counting but also with understanding higher numbers as you progress in your studies.

Practical Examples[edit | edit source]

Understanding numbers is one thing, but applying them in conversation is another. Here are some practical examples where you can use these numbers in context:

1. When shopping:

  • Cât costă? (How much does it cost?)
  • Costă cinci lei. (It costs five lei.)

2. When telling time:

  • Este două. (It is two o'clock.)
  • Este zece și jumătate. (It is ten thirty.)

3. When making plans:

  • Vino la mine la patru. (Come to my place at four.)
  • Mă întâlnesc cu prietenii la șapte. (I meet with friends at seven.)

4. When talking about age:

  • Am douăzeci de ani. (I am twenty years old.)
  • El are zece ani. (He is ten years old.)

5. When asking for quantities:

  • Vreau trei mere. (I want three apples.)
  • Ai cinci cărți. (You have five books.)

By practicing these examples, you'll gain confidence in using numbers in different situations.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now let’s put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises designed to help you practice counting in Romanian.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct Romanian numbers (1-10).

1. ____ (one)

2. ____ (four)

3. ____ (seven)

4. ____ (ten)

5. ____ (three)

Exercise 2: Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Romanian numbers with their English translations.

| Romanian | English |

|----------|---------|

| a) cinci | 1) six |

| b) șapte | 2) five |

| c) doi | 3) two |

| d) unu | 4) one |

Exercise 3: Counting Practice[edit | edit source]

Count the following items in Romanian and write it down:

  • 3 apples
  • 4 books
  • 5 chairs

Exercise 4: Simple Sentences[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following numbers:

1. 2

2. 5

3. 8

Exercise 5: Time Telling[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Romanian:

1. It is three o'clock.

2. It is nine thirty.

Exercise 6: Age Questions[edit | edit source]

Answer the following questions in Romanian:

1. How old are you? (I am __ years old.)

2. How old is your friend? (He/She is __ years old.)

Exercise 7: Shopping Scenario[edit | edit source]

Imagine you are at a store. Write down how you would ask for prices for:

1. 2 oranges

2. 3 pens

Exercise 8: Number Conversion[edit | edit source]

Convert the following numbers from English to Romanian:

1. 11

2. 14

3. 25

Exercise 9: Higher Counting[edit | edit source]

Write down the Romanian numbers for the following:

1. 30

2. 40

3. 50

Exercise 10: Find the Mistake[edit | edit source]

Identify the mistake in the following sentences and correct them:

1. Eu am patru cărți. (I have four books.)

2. Este cinci și jumătate. (It is five thirty.)

Solutions[edit | edit source]

== Solutions for Exercise 1:

1. unu

2. patru

3. șapte

4. zece

5. trei

== Solutions for Exercise 2:

a) 2) five

b) 1) six

c) 3) two

d) 4) one

== Solutions for Exercise 3:

  • trei mere
  • patru cărți
  • cinci scaune

== Solutions for Exercise 4:

1. Am doi prieteni.

2. Am cinci cărți.

3. Am opt mere.

== Solutions for Exercise 5:

1. Este trei.

2. Este nouă și jumătate.

== Solutions for Exercise 6:

1. Am douăzeci de ani.

2. El/ea are zece ani.

== Solutions for Exercise 7:

1. Cât costă două portocale?

2. Cât costă trei pixuri?

== Solutions for Exercise 8:

1. unsprezece

2. paisprezece

3. douăzeci și cinci

== Solutions for Exercise 9:

1. treizeci

2. patruzeci

3. cincizeci

== Solutions for Exercise 10:

1. Correct: Eu am patru cărți. (No mistake)

2. Correct: Este cinci și jumătate. (It should be: Este cinci.)

Congratulations on completing the lesson! Remember, practice makes perfect, and using numbers in daily life will help solidify your understanding of Romanian counting. Keep practicing, and you’ll soon find yourself counting like a pro!

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


Greetings and Introductions


Pronouns and Verbs


Numbers and Time


Adjectives and Adverbs


Family and Friends


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Food and Drinks


Questions and Negations


Locations and Directions


Plurals and Articles


Hobbies and Activities


Romanian Culture and Traditions


Imperatives and Requests


Travel and Transportation


Romanian Geography and History

Videos[edit | edit source]

Romanian in Three Minutes - Numbers 11-100 - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Romanian in Three Minutes - Numbers 1-10 - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Counting in Sequence from 1 to 100 | Learn Romanian Numbers ...[edit | edit source]

Romanian Language Numbers #3: Counting from 20 to 30 - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Romanian Language Numbers #11: Counting from 0 to 100 - YouTube[edit | edit source]


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