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Welcome to your lesson on "Numbers above 100" in Swedish! Understanding how to express larger numbers is a crucial step in your language journey. Whether you're shopping in a Swedish store, discussing prices, or simply engaging in conversation, being able to handle numbers confidently will enhance your communication skills.

In this lesson, we’ll explore how to form and pronounce numbers above 100 in Swedish, discover some patterns that make learning easier, and practice with examples and exercises to reinforce what you've learned.

Let’s dive right in!

The Importance of Numbers in Swedish

Numbers are everywhere in daily life! From telling time to discussing age, quantities, and prices, mastering numbers is essential. In Swedish, much like in English, numbers can seem daunting at first, but with practice, you'll find them easier to manage.

This lesson will focus on:

• How to form numbers from 101 to 999

• Special cases in pronunciation

• Examples in context

• Practice exercises to solidify your understanding

How to Form Numbers Above 100

In Swedish, numbers above 100 are constructed using a straightforward system. Here’s how it works:

1. Hundreds: The base number for hundreds is "hundra" (hundred).

2. Tens and Units: Numbers from 1 to 99 are added to the hundreds.

For example:

• 101 is "etthundraett"

• 250 is "tvåhundrafemtio"

Here’s a breakdown of the formation:

• Start with the hundreds (e.g., "etthundra" for 100, "tvåhundra" for 200).

• Then add the tens and units as you would normally.

Examples of Numbers Above 100

Let’s look at some examples to help clarify this concept:

Swedish	Pronunciation	English
etthundra	ˈɛtːhʉn.dra	one hundred
etthundraett	ˈɛtːhʉn.dra.ɛt	one hundred one
etthundratvå	ˈɛtːhʉn.dra.tvoː	one hundred two
tvåhundra	tvɔːˈhʉn.dra	two hundred
tvåhundratjugo	tvɔːˈhʉn.dra.ˈjʉː.ɡo	two hundred twenty
trehundra	treːˈhʉn.dra	three hundred
trehundraåtta	treːˈhʉn.dra.ˈɔtːa	three hundred eight
fyrahundra	fyːˈhʉn.dra	four hundred
femhundra	fɛmˈhʉn.dra	five hundred
sexhundra	sɛkˈsʉn.dra	six hundred
sjuhundra	ɧʉːˈhʉn.dra	seven hundred
åttahundra	ɔtːaˈhʉn.dra	eight hundred
niohundra	ˈniː.oˈhʉn.dra	nine hundred
niohundratjugofem	ˈniː.oˈhʉn.dra.ˈjʉː.ɡo.fɛm	nine hundred twenty-five
åttahundranittio	ɔtːaˈhʉn.dra.ˈnɪt.tɪ.o	eight hundred ninety
tvåhundranittioett	tvɔːˈhʉn.dra.ˈnɪt.tɪ.o.ɛt	two hundred ninety-one
etthundraåttio	ˈɛtːhʉn.dra.ˈɔt.tɪ.o	one hundred eighty
femhundranitton	fɛmˈhʉn.draˈnɪt.tɔn	five hundred nineteen
sjuhundratjugotvå	ɧʉːˈhʉn.dra.ˈjʉː.ɡo.tvɔː	seven hundred twenty-two

As you can see from the examples, once you understand the structure, it becomes much easier to form and pronounce larger numbers in Swedish.

Special Cases in Pronunciation

When learning numbers above 100, pay attention to the following pronunciation tips:

• Consonant Clusters: In some cases, consonants from the hundreds may blend with the tens or units, which can change how you pronounce them.

• Stress: The primary stress often falls on the hundreds place, making it important to emphasize that part of the number when speaking.

Practice Exercises

Now that we've covered the basics, let’s reinforce your learning with some exercises!

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct Swedish number:

1. 104 = ___________

2. 215 = ___________

3. 367 = ___________

4. 482 = ___________

5. 590 = ___________

Solutions:

1. etthundrafyra

2. tvåhundrafemton

3. trehundrasextiosju

4. fyrahundratvå

5. femhundranittio

Exercise 2: Translate the Following Numbers

Translate the following numbers into Swedish:

1. Six hundred thirty-four

2. Three hundred eighteen

3. Nine hundred seventy-nine

4. Eight hundred twelve

5. Two hundred forty-five

Solutions:

1. sexhundratrettiofyra

2. trehundraarton

3. niohundrasjuttio nio

4. åttahundratolv

5. tvåhundrafyrtiofem

Exercise 3: Listening Practice

Ask a friend to read out the following numbers in Swedish while you write them down:

1. 101

2. 205

3. 319

4. 422

5. 598

After your friend reads them, check your answers.

Solutions:

1. etthundraett

2. tvåhundrafem

3. trehundranitton

4. fyrahundratjugo två

5. femhundranittioåtta

Exercise 4: Create Your Own Numbers

Try to create your own numbers in Swedish using the following prompts:

1. One hundred and ten

2. Four hundred and fifty-three

3. Seven hundred and sixty-eight

4. Five hundred and thirty-four

5. Eight hundred and twenty-one

Solutions:

1. etthundratio

2. fyrahundrafemtiotre

3. sjuhundrasextioåtta

4. femhundratrettiofyra

5. åttahundratjugoett

Exercise 5: Matching Exercise

Match the Swedish numbers with their English translations:

• A. etthundratjugo

• B. niohundranittiofyra

• C. trehundratrettiofem

• D. sjuhundratjugoett

• E. femhundraåtta

1. A. five hundred eight

2. B. three hundred thirty-five

3. C. one hundred twenty

4. D. seven hundred twenty-one

5. E. nine hundred ninety-four

Solutions:

• A → 3

• B → 5

• C → 2

• D → 4

• E → 1

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing this lesson on Swedish numbers above 100! You’ve taken a significant step towards mastering the Swedish language by expanding your vocabulary and understanding of numbers. Remember to practice regularly to solidify your knowledge.

In our next lesson, we will explore Swedish culture and delve into customs and traditions. Keep up the great work, and don’t hesitate to review this lesson as needed!

Table of Contents - Swedish Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Swedish

• Greeting people
• Saying goodbye
• Asking for directions
• Going to a restaurant

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Swedish Pronouns

• Personal pronouns
• Reflexive pronouns
• Demonstrative pronouns
• Possessive pronouns

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Colors and Numbers

• Colors
• Numbers 0-20
• Numbers 20-100
• Numbers above 100

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Swedish Culture

• Swedish customs
• Swedish food
• Swedish holidays
• Swedish geography

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Swedish Verbs

• Present tense
• Past tense
• Future tense
• Verbs with prepositions

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Body parts and health

• Body parts
• Symptoms and illnesses
• At the doctor's

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Swedish Nouns

• Gender of nouns
• Definite and indefinite nouns
• Plural nouns

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Travel and directions

• Means of transportation
• Booking a trip
• Giving directions

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Sweden's history

• Vikings and Middle Ages
• Modern Sweden
• Swedish politics and society

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Swedish Adjectives

• Basic adjectives
• Comparison of adjectives
• Compound adjectives

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Jobs and professions

• Types of jobs
• Job applications and interviews
• Workplace Swedish

Sources

• Swedish Vocabulary → Colors and Numbers → Numbers 20-100
• How To Count To 100 In Swedish
• Swedish Numbers - How to count in Swedish - ielanguages.com

Other Lessons

• Camping
• How to say Good Bye?
• Adverbs in Swedish
• Going to a restaurant
• Vegetables
• Essencial Phrases in Swedish
• At Home
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• House
• Types of jobs

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