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Vietnamese Vocabulary → Numbers and Counting → Counting 1-10

As a Vietnamese language teacher with 20 years of experience, I can tell you that learning basic numbers and counting in Vietnamese is essential to build a strong foundation in the language. In this lesson, we will focus on counting from one to ten in Vietnamese. Understanding these numbers will help you in many situations, such as telling time, ordering food, and bargaining at the market.

After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: Geometry & City.

Vietnamese Numbers

In Vietnamese, numbers are counted by using the following words:

• 1 - một (moht)
• 2 - hai (high)
• 3 - ba (bah)
• 4 - bốn (bone)
• 5 - năm (nahm)
• 6 - sáu (sow)
• 7 - bảy (buy)
• 8 - tám (tahm)
• 9 - chín (chin)
• 10 - mười (moo-ee)

It is important to note that the pronunciation of these numbers can vary depending on the speaker's regional accent. However, the standard pronunciation should be similar to the transliteration provided above.

Let's take a look at how to use these numbers in context:

Vietnamese	Pronunciation	English Translation
một	moht	one
hai	high	two
ba	bah	three
bốn	bone	four
năm	nahm	five
sáu	sow	six
bảy	buy	seven
tám	tahm	eight
chín	chin	nine
mười	moo-ee	ten

Counting 1-10

Now that you know the Vietnamese numbers from 1 to 10, let's practice counting from 1 to 10 in Vietnamese. Remember to pronounce the numbers as accurately as possible.

1. một (moht)
2. hai (high)
3. ba (bah)
4. bốn (bone)
5. năm (nahm)
6. sáu (sow)
7. bảy (buy)
8. tám (tahm)
9. chín (chin)
10. mười (moo-ee)

Here are some examples of how to use these numbers in context:

• Tôi có một con chó. (I have one dog.)
• Hãy cho tôi hai ly nước. (Please give me two glasses of water.)
• Chúng tôi có ba bàn. (We have three tables.)
• Bốn bánh mì, vui lòng. (Four baguettes, please.)
• Muốn mua năm quả táo. (I want to buy five apples.)
• Tôi có sáu chị em. (I have six sisters.)
• Bảy viên bi màu xanh. (Seven green marbles.)
• Tám chiếc xe đạp. (Eight bicycles.)
• Chín cái kẹo. (Nine pieces of candy.)
• Mười con quỷ. (Ten monsters.)

Remember to practice counting every day until you can naturally use these numbers in conversation.

Tips for Learning Vietnamese Numbers

Here are some tips to help you better memorize Vietnamese numbers:

• Practice every day: Repetition is key to learning new vocabulary. Practice counting every day to become more familiar with Vietnamese numbers.
• Listen and speak: Listen to native speakers and try to imitate their pronunciation. Speak aloud to yourself or with a language partner to improve your speaking skills.
• Use flashcards: Create flashcards with the Vietnamese number on one side and the English translation on the other. Test yourself daily to improve your memory.
• Practice in context: Use Vietnamese numbers in everyday situations, such as when telling time, ordering food, or buying items at the market.

Sources

• How to Count from 1 to 10 in Vietnamese « Vietnamese Language ...
• Learn Vietnamese - Lesson 3: Numbers (1-10) | L-Lingo
• Say Numbers in Vietnamese – YourVietnamese

Table of Contents - Vietnamese Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Hello and Goodbye
• Introducing Yourself

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Vietnamese Culture Basics

• Vietnamese Values
• Social Etiquette
• Cuisine and Dining

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Numbers and Counting

• Counting 1-10
• Counting 11-20
• Counting 21 and Beyond

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Nouns and Gender
• Pronouns and Personal Pronouns
• Possessive Pronouns

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Holidays and Celebrations

• Tet
• Mid-Autumn Festival

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Verbs and Verb Tenses

• Present Tense Verbs
• Past Tense Verbs
• Future Tense Verbs
• Modal Verbs

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Food and Drink

• Vietnamese Food
• Drinks and Beverages
• Food Ordering

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Arts and Entertainment

• Traditional Music
• Movie and Television

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjectives
• Adverbs

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Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Giving Directions

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Traditional Clothing

• Ao Dai
• Other Traditional Clothing

Other Lessons

• Family
• Vegetables
• Education
• City
• Shapes
• Months of the year
• Numbers
• Animals
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Seasons