Language/Standard-latvian/Vocabulary/Count-to-10
Hi Standard Latvian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will focus on learning how to count from 1 to 10 in Standard Latvian. Numbers are fundamental in any language, and it is essential to have a good knowledge of them to be able to communicate effectively. This lesson is an intermediate level, so it's perfect for those who already have some knowledge of Latvian. Don't worry if you're a beginner, though; I'm sure you'll pick it up in no time!
Learn How to Count from 1 to 10 in Standard Latvian
Let's start by looking at the numbers from 1 to 10 in Standard Latvian. Here's a table to help you:
| Standard Latvian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| viens | [viens] (vee-ehns) | one |
| divi | [divi] (dee-vee) | two |
| trīs | [tri:s] (trees) | three |
| četri | [tʃetʃɹi] (chuh-tree) | four |
| pieci | [pi:etsi] (pee-yets-ee) | five |
| seši | [seʃi] (seh-shi) | six |
| septiņi | [septini] (sehp-tee-nee) | seven |
| astoņi | [astohni] (ahs-toh-nee) | eight |
| deviņi | [devi:ni] (deh-vee-nee) | nine |
| desmit | [dɛsmit] (dehs-meet) | ten |
Make sure you take the time to learn the correct pronunciation of each number correctly. Focus on the accents as they are different from English. Try saying them aloud a few times to get used to the sounds.
Counting in Context: A Dialogue
Now that we've seen the numbers, let's practice using them in context. Here's a dialogue to help you get started:
- Person 1: Cik ir pieci maisi? ([tsik eer pee-eh-tsi my-see]) (How many bags are there?)
- Person 2: Pieci. ([pee-yetsi]) (Five.)
- Person 1: Paldies! ([pal-dyes]) (Thank you!)
- Person 2: Lūdzu! ([looh-dzoo]) (You're welcome!)
Interesting Facts
Did you know that the Latvian language has a long history? It has been spoken for over 1,500 years, and it is a Baltic language. It is closely related to Lithuanian and has a unique alphabet made up of 33 letters, including 6 vowels – a, e, i, ī, u, ū, and 27 consonants. It was also included in the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2008.
Vocabulary
To improve your Standard Latvian Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources
- Latvian language
- Baltic languages
- Latvian alphabet
- UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
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