Language/Central-pashto/Vocabulary/Numbers-1-10
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Welcome to another exciting lesson in our Complete 0 to A1 Central Pashto Course! Today, we are embarking on a delightful journey into the world of numbers. In this lesson, we will learn how to count from 1 to 10 in Central Pashto, a fundamental skill that will serve you well in everyday conversations. Whether you're shopping at a market, telling time, or simply engaging in casual dialogue, knowing these numbers will enhance your ability to communicate.
In this lesson, we will cover the following topics:
- The Central Pashto numbers 1-10 with their pronunciations.
- How to write these numbers in Pashto script.
- Fun exercises to practice your new vocabulary.
So, let’s dive in and make learning numbers enjoyable!
Numbers in Central Pashto
Counting is one of the first steps to mastering a new language. In Pashto, numbers not only help us in daily communication but also connect us with the rich cultural heritage of the Pashtun people. Below, you'll find the numbers from 1 to 10 with their respective pronunciations and English translations.
| Central Pashto | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ۱ | یوازینۍ (yawāzīne) | One |
| ۲ | دوه (doh) | Two |
| ۳ | درې (dre) | Three |
| ۴ | څلور (tsalor) | Four |
| ۵ | پنځه (pənzha) | Five |
| ۶ | شپږ (shpazh) | Six |
| ۷ | اووه (owah) | Seven |
| ۸ | اته (ata) | Eight |
| ۹ | نهه (nuh) | Nine |
| ۱۰ | لس (las) | Ten |
Each number in Central Pashto carries its own unique sound and rhythm. Understanding these numbers will not only make conversations smoother but will also build your confidence as a speaker. Now, let's explore some interesting aspects of these numbers!
Writing Numbers in Pashto Script
Learning to write numbers in Pashto is essential for reading signs, labels, and price tags. It’s also a fun way to connect with the script. Below, I will show you how each number looks in Pashto script, along with the pronunciation.
| Central Pashto | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ۱ | یوازینۍ (yawāzīne) | One |
| ۲ | دوه (doh) | Two |
| ۳ | درې (dre) | Three |
| ۴ | څلور (tsalor) | Four |
| ۵ | پنځه (pənzha) | Five |
| ۶ | شپږ (shpazh) | Six |
| ۷ | اووه (owah) | Seven |
| ۸ | اته (ata) | Eight |
| ۹ | نهه (nuh) | Nine |
| ۱۰ | لس (las) | Ten |
Now that we have a solid understanding of the numbers and their pronunciations, let’s practice using them in context! Here are some engaging examples to help you familiarize yourself with these numbers.
Examples in Context
Numbers can be found everywhere! Here are 20 examples showcasing how numbers are utilized in everyday situations. Each example is presented in Central Pashto, with pronunciation and English translation.
| Central Pashto | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| زه یوازینۍ کتاب لرم. | za yawāzīne ketāb laram. | I have one book. |
| زه دوه کالي اخلم. | za doh kāli akhlum. | I buy two clothes. |
| درې کسان دلته دي. | dre kəsān dəlta di. | There are three people here. |
| څلور مڼې مې لري. | tsalor maṇē me lari. | I have four apples. |
| پنځه پیسې راکړه. | pənzha pēsē rākra. | Give me five coins. |
| شپږ کتابونه مې لرم. | shpazh ketābūna me laram. | I have six books. |
| اووه خنډونه شته. | owah khəndūna shte. | There are seven obstacles. |
| اته کوره لرې. | ata kūra lari. | You have eight houses. |
| نهه ورځې پاتې دي. | nuh warzē pāte di. | Nine days are left. |
| لس انسانان دلته دي. | las insānān dəlta di. | There are ten humans here. |
| زه دوه رښتیني ملګري لرم. | za doh raṣhtīnī malgari laram. | I have two true friends. |
| پنځه زویان لرم. | pənzha zūyān laram. | I have five sons. |
| شپږ کمرې لرم. | shpazh kamarē laram. | I have six rooms. |
| زه درې خدایان لرم. | za dre khudāyān laram. | I have three gods. |
| څلور لارې لرم. | tsalor lāray laram. | I have four ways. |
| اووه سويي لرم. | owah swayī laram. | I have seven cows. |
| اته ګلابونه لرم. | ata gulābūna laram. | I have eight roses. |
| نهه چایونه دی. | nuh chāyūna di. | There are nine teas. |
| لس زویان لرم. | las zūyān laram. | I have ten sons. |
| زه یوازینۍ کالی لرم. | za yawāzīne kāli laram. | I have one cloth. |
| زه شپږ کالي اخلم. | za shpazh kāli akhlum. | I buy six clothes. |
As you can see, numbers play a crucial role in daily conversations. They help express quantity, age, and even time! Now, let’s put your learning to the test with some exercises.
Practice Exercises
Here are 10 exercises to help you practice what you've learned about numbers from 1 to 10. Each exercise is designed to reinforce your understanding of these numbers in context.
Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the sentences with the correct number in Central Pashto.
1. زه ___ کتاب لرم. (I have ___ books.)
2. دلته ___ خلک شته. (There are ___ people here.)
3. ما ___ مڼې اخیستې. (I bought ___ apples.)
Answers:
1. یوازینۍ (1)
2. شپږ (6)
3. درې (3)
Exercise 2: Match the Numbers
Match the Central Pashto numbers with their English equivalent.
| Central Pashto | English |
|---|---|
| ۱ | One |
| ۲ | Two |
| ۳ | Three |
| ۴ | Four |
| ۵ | Five |
Answers:
۱ - One
۲ - Two
۳ - Three
۴ - Four
۵ - Five
Exercise 3: Pronunciation Practice
Practice saying the following numbers in Pashto. Record yourself if possible.
1. ۶
2. ۷
3. ۱۰
Answers:
6: شپږ (shpazh), 7: اووه (owah), 10: لس (las)
Exercise 4: Create Sentences
Create sentences using the following numbers in Central Pashto.
1. ۵
2. ۳
3. ۸
Example Answers:
1. پنځه کتابونه لرم. (I have five books.)
2. درې کالي لرم. (I have three clothes.)
3. اته کمرې لرم. (I have eight rooms.)
Exercise 5: Number Identification
Identify the correct number in Pashto for the following English numbers.
1. Four
2. Nine
3. One
Answers:
1. څلور
2. نهه
3. یوازینۍ
Exercise 6: Counting Practice
Count the following items in Central Pashto.
1. Three oranges
2. Five chairs
3. Eight bottles
Example Answers:
1. درې نارنجی
2. پنځه کرسۍ
3. اته بوتلونه
Exercise 7: Listening Exercise
Listen to a native speaker count from 1 to 10 in Pashto. Write down the numbers you hear.
Expected Answers:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 in Pashto.
Exercise 8: Number Order
Put the following Pashto numbers in order from smallest to largest.
1. ۴
2. ۲
3. ۱۰
Answers:
۲, ۴, ۱۰
Exercise 9: Translate to Pashto
Translate the following sentence into Pashto: "I have seven apples."
Answer:
زه اووه مڼې لرم. (za owah maṇē laram.)
Exercise 10: Number Quiz
Create a short quiz for yourself using the numbers 1-10. Ask a friend to answer them in Pashto.
Example Questions:
1. How many books do I have? (Answer: پنځه کتابونه لرم.)
2. How many people are here? (Answer: شپږ کسان دلته دي.)
Congratulations on completing this lesson! You have taken an essential step in your journey to mastering Central Pashto. Remember to practice regularly, and soon, numbers will become second nature to you. Keep up the excellent work, and I look forward to seeing you in our next lesson about Numbers 11-20!
Other Lessons
- Time
- Post Office
- Locations
- Health
- Fruits
- How to say Good Bye?
- Education
- Months of the Year and the Solar Hijiri Calendar
- Relationships
- Resources
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