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Welcome to our lesson on '''Yue Chinese Numbers'''! In this session, we will embark on an exciting journey to learn how to count and use numbers in Yue Chinese. Mastering numbers is not just essential for basic communication, but it also opens the door to understanding prices, time, dates, and so much more. Whether you're planning a trip to Hong Kong or just curious about the language, knowing how to count will serve you well.
Here's what we will cover in this lesson:


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== Introduction ==
=== Introduction to Numbers in Yue Chinese ===


Welcome to the lesson on numbers in Yue Chinese! Numbers are an essential part of any language, and learning how to count and use numbers will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Yue Chinese. In this lesson, we will cover everything you need to know about numbers in Yue Chinese, from basic counting to more complex numerical expressions. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use numbers in various contexts and engage in everyday conversations involving numerical information.
In any language, numbers form the backbone of communication. They help us quantify things, express time, and navigate our daily lives. Yue Chinese, like many languages, has its own unique system for numbers. In this lesson, we will focus on the numbers from '''1 to 100''', and you'll find that the patterns are quite logical once you get the hang of them.


== Basic Counting ==
=== Basic Numbers ===


Let's start with the basics. In Yue Chinese, numbers are used to count objects, express quantities, and indicate order. The number system in Yue Chinese is based on the Chinese numerals, which are used in many other Chinese dialects and variants. However, Yue Chinese has its own pronunciation and vocabulary for numbers.
Let's start with the basic numbers from 1 to 10. These are the building blocks of counting in Yue Chinese. Below is a table to illustrate:


=== Counting from 1 to 10 ===
{| class="wikitable"


Let's begin by learning how to count from 1 to 10 in Yue Chinese. Pay attention to the pronunciation as you practice:
! Yue Chinese !! Pronunciation !! English


{| class="wikitable"
! Yue Chinese !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
|-
| 一 || jat1 || one
| 一 || jat1 || one
|-
|-
| 二 || ji6 || two
| 二 || ji6 || two
|-
|-
| 三 || saam1 || three
| 三 || saam1 || three
|-
|-
| 四 || sei3 || four
| 四 || sei3 || four
|-
|-
| 五 || ng5 || five
| 五 || ng5 || five
|-
|-
| 六 || luk6 || six
| 六 || luk6 || six
|-
|-
| 七 || cat1 || seven
| 七 || cat1 || seven
|-
|-
| 八 || baat3 || eight
| 八 || baat3 || eight
|-
|-
| 九 || gau2 || nine
| 九 || gau2 || nine
|-
|-
| 十 || sap6 || ten
| 十 || sap6 || ten
|}
|}


Now, let's practice counting from 1 to 10:
With these numbers, you can already start counting! Now, let's take a look at '''11 to 20'''.


* 一 (yat1) - one
{| class="wikitable"
* 二 (ji6) - two
* 三 (saam1) - three
* 四 (sei3) - four
* 五 (ng5) - five
* 六 (luk6) - six
* 七 (cat1) - seven
* 八 (baat3) - eight
* 九 (gau2) - nine
* 十 (sap6) - ten


Great job! You have now learned how to count from 1 to 10 in Yue Chinese. Practice saying these numbers out loud to improve your pronunciation.
! Yue Chinese !! Pronunciation !! English


=== Counting Beyond 10 ===
|-


Now that we have learned the basic numbers, let's move on to counting beyond 10. In Yue Chinese, numbers beyond 10 are constructed by combining the digits with the word for "ten" (十 - sap6). Here are some examples:
| 十一 || sap6 jat1 || eleven


{| class="wikitable"
! Yue Chinese !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
| 十一 || sap6 yat1 || eleven
|-
|-
| 十二 || sap6 ji6 || twelve
| 十二 || sap6 ji6 || twelve
|-
|-
| 十三 || sap6 saam1 || thirteen
| 十三 || sap6 saam1 || thirteen
|-
|-
| 十四 || sap6 sei3 || fourteen
| 十四 || sap6 sei3 || fourteen
|-
|-
| 十五 || sap6 ng5 || fifteen
| 十五 || sap6 ng5 || fifteen
|-
|-
| 十六 || sap6 luk6 || sixteen
| 十六 || sap6 luk6 || sixteen
|-
|-
| 十七 || sap6 cat1 || seventeen
| 十七 || sap6 cat1 || seventeen
|-
|-
| 十八 || sap6 baat3 || eighteen
| 十八 || sap6 baat3 || eighteen
|-
|-
| 十九 || sap6 gau2 || nineteen
| 十九 || sap6 gau2 || nineteen
|-
|-
| 二十 || ji6 sap6 || twenty
| 二十 || ji6 sap6 || twenty
|}
|}


Let's practice counting beyond 10:
Notice how the numbers are formed! For '''11 to 19''', we simply add the basic number to 十 (ten). For '''20''', we have a special form: 二十 (two tens).


* 十一 (sap6 yat1) - eleven
=== Counting Beyond 20 ===
* 十二 (sap6 ji6) - twelve
* 十三 (sap6 saam1) - thirteen
* 十四 (sap6 sei3) - fourteen
* 十五 (sap6 ng5) - fifteen
* 十六 (sap6 luk6) - sixteen
* 十七 (sap6 cat1) - seventeen
* 十八 (sap6 baat3) - eighteen
* 十九 (sap6 gau2) - nineteen
* 二十 (ji6 sap6) - twenty


Keep practicing these numbers until you feel comfortable with them. Remember to pay attention to the pronunciation and try to imitate the native speakers as closely as possible.
Once you’re comfortable with 1 to 20, counting gets easier. The pattern continues, where you combine the tens with the units. Let’s look at '''tens up to 100'''.


== Counting Larger Numbers ==
{| class="wikitable"


Now that we have covered the basics of counting in Yue Chinese, let's move on to larger numbers. In Yue Chinese, larger numbers are formed by combining the digits with the appropriate multiplier word. Here are some examples:
! Yue Chinese !! Pronunciation !! English


{| class="wikitable"
! Yue Chinese !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
| 二十一 || ji6 sap6 yat1 || twenty-one
|-
|-
| 三十 || saam1 sap6 || thirty
| 三十 || saam1 sap6 || thirty
|-
|-
| 四十五 || sei3 sap6 ng5 || forty-five
 
| 四十 || sei3 sap6 || forty
 
|-
|-
| 五十六 || ng5 sap6 luk6 || fifty-six
 
| 五十 || ng5 sap6 || fifty
 
|-
|-
| 六十七 || luk6 sap6 cat1 || sixty-seven
 
| 六十 || luk6 sap6 || sixty
 
|-
|-
| 七十八 || cat1 sap6 baat3 || seventy-eight
 
| 七十 || cat1 sap6 || seventy
 
|-
|-
| 八十九 || baat3 sap6 gau2 || eighty-nine
 
| 八十 || baat3 sap6 || eighty
 
|-
|-
| 九十 || gau2 sap6 || ninety
| 九十 || gau2 sap6 || ninety
|-
|-
| 一百 || jat1 baak3 || one hundred
| 一百 || jat1 baak3 || one hundred
|}
For example, to say '''31''', you would say 三十一 (saam1 sap6 jat1), which translates literally to "three tens one."
=== Forming Numbers from 21 to 99 ===
To form numbers from 21 to 99, you use the pattern of tens and units. Let’s look at some examples:
* 21: 二十一 (ji6 sap6 jat1) - "two tens one"
* 45: 四十五 (sei3 sap6 ng5) - "four tens five"
* 68: 六十八 (luk6 sap6 baat3) - "six tens eight"
* 99: 九十九 (gau2 sap6 gau2) - "nine tens nine"
This pattern is consistent and makes it easier to learn. Just remember to say the tens first, followed by the units.
=== Practicing with Examples ===
Now that you understand the basics of counting in Yue Chinese, let’s solidify that knowledge with more examples. Here are 20 numbers for you to practice:
{| class="wikitable"
! Yue Chinese !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| 三十一 || saam1 sap6 jat1 || thirty-one
|-
| 四十二 || sei3 sap6 ji6 || forty-two
|-
| 五十三 || ng5 sap6 saam1 || fifty-three
|-
| 六十四 || luk6 sap6 sei3 || sixty-four
|-
| 七十五 || cat1 sap6 ng5 || seventy-five
|-
| 八十六 || baat3 sap6 luk6 || eighty-six
|-
| 九十七 || gau2 sap6 cat1 || ninety-seven
|-
| 二十七 || ji6 sap6 cat1 || twenty-seven
|-
| 一百零一 || jat1 baak3 ling4 jat1 || one hundred one
|-
| 二十一 || ji6 sap6 jat1 || twenty-one
|-
| 三十七 || saam1 sap6 cat1 || thirty-seven
|-
| 四十九 || sei3 sap6 gau2 || forty-nine
|-
| 五十八 || ng5 sap6 baat3 || fifty-eight
|-
| 六十九 || luk6 sap6 gau2 || sixty-nine
|-
|-
| 五百二十三 || ng5 baak3 ji6 sap6 saam1 || five hundred twenty-three
 
| 七十六 || cat1 sap6 luk6 || seventy-six
 
|-
 
| 八十四 || baat3 sap6 sei3 || eighty-four
 
|-
 
| 九十八 || gau2 sap6 baat3 || ninety-eight
 
|-
 
| 二十五 || ji6 sap6 ng5 || twenty-five
 
|-
 
| 三十六 || saam1 sap6 luk6 || thirty-six
 
|-
 
| 四十六 || sei3 sap6 luk6 || forty-six
 
|}
|}


Practice saying these larger numbers out loud to improve your pronunciation and familiarity with them. It may take some time to get used to the different pronunciation patterns, but with practice, you will become more comfortable with Yue Chinese numbers.
=== Exercises for Practice ===
 
Now that you have covered numbers, it’s time to practice! Here are some exercises that will help reinforce what you’ve learned:
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Translate the following numbers from English to Yue Chinese:
 
1. 12
 
2. 25
 
3. 38
 
4. 54
 
5. 69
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. 十二 (sap6 ji6)
 
2. 二十五 (ji6 sap6 ng5)
 
3. 三十八 (saam1 baat3)
 
4. 五十四 (ng5 sap6 sei3)
 
5. 六十九 (luk6 sap6 gau2)
 
==== Exercise 2: Number Matching ====
 
Match the Yue Chinese numbers to their English translations:
 
1. 四十 (sei3 sap6)
 
2. 九十一 (gau2 sap6 jat1)
 
3. 二十 (ji6 sap6)
 
4. 三十 (saam1 sap6)
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. 40
 
2. 91
 
3. 20
 
4. 30
 
==== Exercise 3: Write the Numbers ====
 
Write the Yue Chinese numbers for the following English numbers:
 
1. 46
 
2. 83
 
3. 50
 
4. 11
 
5. 27
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. 四十六 (sei3 sap6 luk6)
 
2. 八十三 (baat3 sap6 saam1)
 
3. 五十 (ng5 sap6)
 
4. 十一 (sap6 jat1)
 
5. 二十七 (ji6 sap6 cat1)


== Cultural Significance ==
==== Exercise 4: Listening Exercise ====


Numbers hold great cultural significance in Chinese culture, and this extends to Yue Chinese as well. In Chinese culture, certain numbers are considered lucky or unlucky based on their pronunciation and association with other words. For example, the number 8 (八 - baat3) is considered lucky because it sounds similar to the word for wealth (發 - faat3) in Cantonese. On the other hand, the number 4 (四 - sei3) is considered unlucky because it sounds similar to the word for death (死 - sei2) in Cantonese.
Listen to your instructor say the following numbers in Yue Chinese and write them down:


It is also worth noting that numbers are often associated with traditional Chinese beliefs and superstitions. For example, the number 9 (九 - gau2) is considered lucky because it is associated with longevity and eternity. Similarly, the number 6 (六 - luk6) is considered lucky because it sounds similar to the word for "smooth" (流 - lau4) in Cantonese, which is associated with a smooth and successful life.
1. 15


Understanding these cultural associations can help you navigate social interactions and conversations more effectively in Yue Chinese-speaking communities. It also adds depth and richness to your language learning experience, allowing you to appreciate the cultural nuances of the language.
2. 32


== Exercises ==
3. 47


Now it's time to put your knowledge of Yue Chinese numbers to the test! Try to complete the following exercises and check your answers below:
4. 59


Exercise 1: Write the following numbers in Yue Chinese characters:
5. 78
1. Eleven
2. Twenty-five
3. Forty
4. Seventy-two
5. One hundred and fifty


Exercise 2: Translate the following Yue Chinese numbers into English:
''Solutions:''
1. 三十九 (saam1 sap6 gau2)
2. 六十一 (luk6 sap6 yat1)
3. 十八 (sap6 baat3)
4. 五百七十二 (ng5 baak3 cat1 sap6 ji6)
5. 一千零五十 (jat1 cin1 ling4 ng5 sap6)


Exercise 3: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Yue Chinese numbers:
1. 十五 (sap6 ng5)
1. 我有__本書。(ji6)
2. 我家有__口人。(si6)
3. 他跑了__米。(baak3)
4. 我有__隻貓。(ng5)
5. 我等了__分鐘。(cat1)


Exercise 4: Listen to the following Yue Chinese numbers and write them down in Arabic numerals:
2. 三十二 (saam1 ji6)
1. 二十六
2. 十五
3. 四十三
4. 八十九
5. 五百六十七


Exercise 5: Match the Yue Chinese numbers with their English translations:
3. 四十七 (sei3 sap6 cat1)
1. 三十五
2. 六百三
3. 十七
4. 四千八百八
5. 九十一


A. Six hundred three
4. 五十九 (ng5 gau2)
B. Seventeen
C. Three hundred and five
D. Nine hundred and sixty-seven
E. Four thousand eight hundred and eight


== Solutions ==
5. 七十八 (cat1 baat3)


Exercise 1:
==== Exercise 5: Translate the Numbers ====
1. 十一 (sap6 yat1)
 
2. 二十五 (ji6 sap6 ng5)
Translate the following Yue Chinese numbers to English:
3. 四十 (sei3 sap6)
 
4. 七十二 (cat1 sap6 ji6)
1. 六十 (luk6 sap6)
5. 一百五十 (jat1 baak3 ng5 sap6)
 
2. 三十二 (saam1 ji6)
 
3. 九十 (gau2 sap6)
 
4. 二十九 (ji6 sap6 gau2)
 
5. 八十七 (baat3 sap6 cat1)
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. 60
 
2. 32
 
3. 90
 
4. 29
 
5. 87
 
==== Exercise 6: Create Your Own Numbers ====
 
Create five sentences using numbers in Yue Chinese. For example, “I have three apples” can be translated to “我有三個蘋果” (ngo5 jau5 saam1 go3 ping4 gwo2).
 
''Solutions: (Sample Sentences)''
 
1. 我有五本書 (I have five books)
 
2. 他有二十元 (He has twenty dollars)
 
3. 她有八隻狗 (She has eight dogs)
 
4. 我們有十個朋友 (We have ten friends)
 
5. 我買了六個蘋果 (I bought six apples)
 
==== Exercise 7: Number Story ====
 
Write a short story using at least ten numbers in Yue Chinese.
 
''Solutions: (Sample Story)''
 
我有三個朋友。他們分別是二十歲、三十歲和四十歲。我們一起去買了五十個蘋果和六十個橙子。晚上我們一起喝了七杯水，然後看了八部電影。這一天真是太開心了！
 
==== Exercise 8: Number Bingo ====
 
Create a Bingo game using numbers 1 to 30 in Yue Chinese. Call out numbers in English and have students mark the corresponding Yue Chinese number.
 
''Solutions: (Sample Numbers for Bingo)''
 
1. 一 (1)
 
2. 二 (2)
 
3. 三 (3)
 
4. 四 (4)
 
5. 五 (5)
 
6. 六 (6)
 
7. 七 (7)
 
8. 八 (8)
 
9. 九 (9)
 
10. 十 (10)
 
==== Exercise 9: Group Activity ====
 
In groups, practice counting from 1 to 100 in Yue Chinese. Each student takes turns saying a number until you reach 100.
 
==== Exercise 10: Number Quiz ====
 
Create a short quiz with ten questions about the numbers learned in this lesson. Each question can have multiple choices or true/false options.
 
''Solutions: (Sample Questions)''
 
1. What is the translation of 20 in Yue Chinese?


Exercise 2:
* A) 十 (10)
1. Thirty-nine
2. Sixty-one
3. Eighteen
4. Five hundred seventy-two
5. One thousand and fifty


Exercise 3:
* B) 二十 (20) - Correct Answer
1. 一 (jat1)
2. 四 (sei3)
3. 百 (baak3)
4. 五 (ng5)
5. 十七 (sap6 cat1)


Exercise 4:
* C) 三十 (30)
1. 26
2. 15
3. 43
4. 89
5. 567


Exercise 5:
2. How do you say 77 in Yue Chinese?
1. C
2. A
3. B
4. D
5. E


Congratulations on completing the exercises! Keep practicing and reviewing the numbers to reinforce your learning.
* A) 七十七 (77) - Correct Answer


== Conclusion ==
* B) 六十七 (67)


In this lesson, you have learned how to count and use numbers in Yue Chinese. We started with basic counting from 1 to 10, and then expanded to larger numbers and more complex numerical expressions. We also discussed the cultural significance of numbers in Chinese culture and how they can influence social interactions and conversations.
* C) 八十七 (87)


By mastering numbers in Yue Chinese, you have acquired a valuable skill that will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in everyday situations. Numbers are used in a wide range of contexts, from shopping and telling time to expressing quantities and ages. With practice and continued exposure to the language, you will become more confident in your ability to use numbers effectively in Yue Chinese.
=== Conclusion ===


Keep up the great work and continue exploring the fascinating world of Yue Chinese language and culture!
Congratulations on completing this lesson on numbers in Yue Chinese! Remember, practice makes perfect. The more you use the numbers, the more comfortable you will become. Feel free to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. Keep counting, and enjoy your journey in learning Yue Chinese!


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Yue Chinese → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Numbers

Welcome to our lesson on Yue Chinese Numbers! In this session, we will embark on an exciting journey to learn how to count and use numbers in Yue Chinese. Mastering numbers is not just essential for basic communication, but it also opens the door to understanding prices, time, dates, and so much more. Whether you're planning a trip to Hong Kong or just curious about the language, knowing how to count will serve you well.

Here's what we will cover in this lesson:

Introduction to Numbers in Yue Chinese[edit | edit source]

In any language, numbers form the backbone of communication. They help us quantify things, express time, and navigate our daily lives. Yue Chinese, like many languages, has its own unique system for numbers. In this lesson, we will focus on the numbers from 1 to 100, and you'll find that the patterns are quite logical once you get the hang of them.

Basic Numbers[edit | edit source]

Let's start with the basic numbers from 1 to 10. These are the building blocks of counting in Yue Chinese. Below is a table to illustrate:

Yue Chinese Pronunciation English
一 jat1 one
二 ji6 two
三 saam1 three
四 sei3 four
五 ng5 five
六 luk6 six
七 cat1 seven
八 baat3 eight
九 gau2 nine
十 sap6 ten

With these numbers, you can already start counting! Now, let's take a look at 11 to 20.

Yue Chinese Pronunciation English
十一 sap6 jat1 eleven
十二 sap6 ji6 twelve
十三 sap6 saam1 thirteen
十四 sap6 sei3 fourteen
十五 sap6 ng5 fifteen
十六 sap6 luk6 sixteen
十七 sap6 cat1 seventeen
十八 sap6 baat3 eighteen
十九 sap6 gau2 nineteen
二十 ji6 sap6 twenty

Notice how the numbers are formed! For 11 to 19, we simply add the basic number to 十 (ten). For 20, we have a special form: 二十 (two tens).

Counting Beyond 20[edit | edit source]

Once you’re comfortable with 1 to 20, counting gets easier. The pattern continues, where you combine the tens with the units. Let’s look at tens up to 100.

Yue Chinese Pronunciation English
三十 saam1 sap6 thirty
四十 sei3 sap6 forty
五十 ng5 sap6 fifty
六十 luk6 sap6 sixty
七十 cat1 sap6 seventy
八十 baat3 sap6 eighty
九十 gau2 sap6 ninety
一百 jat1 baak3 one hundred

For example, to say 31, you would say 三十一 (saam1 sap6 jat1), which translates literally to "three tens one."

Forming Numbers from 21 to 99[edit | edit source]

To form numbers from 21 to 99, you use the pattern of tens and units. Let’s look at some examples:

  • 21: 二十一 (ji6 sap6 jat1) - "two tens one"
  • 45: 四十五 (sei3 sap6 ng5) - "four tens five"
  • 68: 六十八 (luk6 sap6 baat3) - "six tens eight"
  • 99: 九十九 (gau2 sap6 gau2) - "nine tens nine"

This pattern is consistent and makes it easier to learn. Just remember to say the tens first, followed by the units.

Practicing with Examples[edit | edit source]

Now that you understand the basics of counting in Yue Chinese, let’s solidify that knowledge with more examples. Here are 20 numbers for you to practice:

Yue Chinese Pronunciation English
三十一 saam1 sap6 jat1 thirty-one
四十二 sei3 sap6 ji6 forty-two
五十三 ng5 sap6 saam1 fifty-three
六十四 luk6 sap6 sei3 sixty-four
七十五 cat1 sap6 ng5 seventy-five
八十六 baat3 sap6 luk6 eighty-six
九十七 gau2 sap6 cat1 ninety-seven
二十七 ji6 sap6 cat1 twenty-seven
一百零一 jat1 baak3 ling4 jat1 one hundred one
二十一 ji6 sap6 jat1 twenty-one
三十七 saam1 sap6 cat1 thirty-seven
四十九 sei3 sap6 gau2 forty-nine
五十八 ng5 sap6 baat3 fifty-eight
六十九 luk6 sap6 gau2 sixty-nine
七十六 cat1 sap6 luk6 seventy-six
八十四 baat3 sap6 sei3 eighty-four
九十八 gau2 sap6 baat3 ninety-eight
二十五 ji6 sap6 ng5 twenty-five
三十六 saam1 sap6 luk6 thirty-six
四十六 sei3 sap6 luk6 forty-six

Exercises for Practice[edit | edit source]

Now that you have covered numbers, it’s time to practice! Here are some exercises that will help reinforce what you’ve learned:

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

Translate the following numbers from English to Yue Chinese:

1. 12

2. 25

3. 38

4. 54

5. 69

Solutions:

1. 十二 (sap6 ji6)

2. 二十五 (ji6 sap6 ng5)

3. 三十八 (saam1 baat3)

4. 五十四 (ng5 sap6 sei3)

5. 六十九 (luk6 sap6 gau2)

Exercise 2: Number Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Yue Chinese numbers to their English translations:

1. 四十 (sei3 sap6)

2. 九十一 (gau2 sap6 jat1)

3. 二十 (ji6 sap6)

4. 三十 (saam1 sap6)

Solutions:

1. 40

2. 91

3. 20

4. 30

Exercise 3: Write the Numbers[edit | edit source]

Write the Yue Chinese numbers for the following English numbers:

1. 46

2. 83

3. 50

4. 11

5. 27

Solutions:

1. 四十六 (sei3 sap6 luk6)

2. 八十三 (baat3 sap6 saam1)

3. 五十 (ng5 sap6)

4. 十一 (sap6 jat1)

5. 二十七 (ji6 sap6 cat1)

Exercise 4: Listening Exercise[edit | edit source]

Listen to your instructor say the following numbers in Yue Chinese and write them down:

1. 15

2. 32

3. 47

4. 59

5. 78

Solutions:

1. 十五 (sap6 ng5)

2. 三十二 (saam1 ji6)

3. 四十七 (sei3 sap6 cat1)

4. 五十九 (ng5 gau2)

5. 七十八 (cat1 baat3)

Exercise 5: Translate the Numbers[edit | edit source]

Translate the following Yue Chinese numbers to English:

1. 六十 (luk6 sap6)

2. 三十二 (saam1 ji6)

3. 九十 (gau2 sap6)

4. 二十九 (ji6 sap6 gau2)

5. 八十七 (baat3 sap6 cat1)

Solutions:

1. 60

2. 32

3. 90

4. 29

5. 87

Exercise 6: Create Your Own Numbers[edit | edit source]

Create five sentences using numbers in Yue Chinese. For example, “I have three apples” can be translated to “我有三個蘋果” (ngo5 jau5 saam1 go3 ping4 gwo2).

Solutions: (Sample Sentences)

1. 我有五本書 (I have five books)

2. 他有二十元 (He has twenty dollars)

3. 她有八隻狗 (She has eight dogs)

4. 我們有十個朋友 (We have ten friends)

5. 我買了六個蘋果 (I bought six apples)

Exercise 7: Number Story[edit | edit source]

Write a short story using at least ten numbers in Yue Chinese.

Solutions: (Sample Story)

我有三個朋友。他們分別是二十歲、三十歲和四十歲。我們一起去買了五十個蘋果和六十個橙子。晚上我們一起喝了七杯水，然後看了八部電影。這一天真是太開心了！

Exercise 8: Number Bingo[edit | edit source]

Create a Bingo game using numbers 1 to 30 in Yue Chinese. Call out numbers in English and have students mark the corresponding Yue Chinese number.

Solutions: (Sample Numbers for Bingo)

1. 一 (1)

2. 二 (2)

3. 三 (3)

4. 四 (4)

5. 五 (5)

6. 六 (6)

7. 七 (7)

8. 八 (8)

9. 九 (9)

10. 十 (10)

Exercise 9: Group Activity[edit | edit source]

In groups, practice counting from 1 to 100 in Yue Chinese. Each student takes turns saying a number until you reach 100.

Exercise 10: Number Quiz[edit | edit source]

Create a short quiz with ten questions about the numbers learned in this lesson. Each question can have multiple choices or true/false options.

Solutions: (Sample Questions)

1. What is the translation of 20 in Yue Chinese?

  • A) 十 (10)
  • B) 二十 (20) - Correct Answer
  • C) 三十 (30)

2. How do you say 77 in Yue Chinese?

  • A) 七十七 (77) - Correct Answer
  • B) 六十七 (67)
  • C) 八十七 (87)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on numbers in Yue Chinese! Remember, practice makes perfect. The more you use the numbers, the more comfortable you will become. Feel free to revisit this lesson whenever you need a refresher, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. Keep counting, and enjoy your journey in learning Yue Chinese!

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


Greetings and Introductions


Basic Sentence Structure


Numbers and Time


Pronouns and Possessives


Family and Relationships


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Travel and Transportation


Verb Tenses and Aspects


Yue Chinese Customs and Traditions


Shopping and Services


Comparatives and Superlatives


Yue Chinese Art and Literature


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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