Language/Kazakh/Vocabulary/Numbers-and-Counting
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will dive into the fascinating world of numbers and counting in the Kazakh language. Numbers play a crucial role in everyday communication, whether it's telling the time, talking about quantities, or expressing dates and ages. By mastering the Kazakh numbers, you will be able to navigate various contexts and engage in meaningful conversations with native speakers.
Throughout this lesson, we will cover the Kazakh number system from 0 to 100 and explore how to use numbers in different contexts. We will also provide cultural insights and interesting facts about the Kazakh language and its numerical expressions.
Let's embark on this numerical journey and discover the beauty of counting in Kazakh!
Kazakh Number System[edit | edit source]
Counting from 0 to 10[edit | edit source]
Let's start by learning the numbers from 0 to 10 in Kazakh. These foundational numbers will serve as building blocks for the rest of the numerical system.
Kazakh | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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нөл | nól | zero |
бір | bır | one |
екі | eki | two |
үш | üsh | three |
төрт | tört | four |
бес | bes | five |
алты | alty | six |
жеті | jeti | seven |
сегіз | segiz | eight |
тоғыз | toğız | nine |
он | on | ten |
Now that we have familiarized ourselves with the basic numbers, let's move on to the next set of numbers.
Counting from 11 to 20[edit | edit source]
In Kazakh, the numbers from 11 to 19 follow a unique pattern. They are formed by combining the word for "ten" (он) with the corresponding digit from 1 to 9.
Kazakh | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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он бір | on bır | eleven |
он екі | on eki | twelve |
он үш | on üsh | thirteen |
он төрт | on tört | fourteen |
он бес | on bes | fifteen |
он алты | on alty | sixteen |
он жеті | on jeti | seventeen |
он сегіз | on segiz | eighteen |
он тоғыз | on toğız | nineteen |
жиырма | jıırma | twenty |
Note that the number 20 is a standalone word in Kazakh, unlike the numbers from 11 to 19.
Counting from 30 to 100[edit | edit source]
In Kazakh, the numbers from 30 to 100 follow a regular pattern. They are formed by combining the tens digit (from 3 to 9) with the word for "ten" (он).
Kazakh | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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үш жиырма | üsh jıırma | thirty |
төрт жиырма | tört jıırma | forty |
елу | elu | fifty |
алпыс | alpıs | sixty |
жетпіс | jetpıs | seventy |
сексен | seksen | eighty |
тоқсан | toqsan | ninety |
жүз | jüz | one hundred |
Congratulations! Now you can count from 0 to 100 in Kazakh. But our numerical journey doesn't end here. Let's explore how to use numbers in various contexts.
Using Numbers in Context[edit | edit source]
Now that you have learned the Kazakh number system, let's see how we can use numbers in different contexts.
Talking about Age[edit | edit source]
When discussing age in Kazakh, we use the word "жас" (jas) to mean "years old." To express someone's age, simply state the number followed by "жас."
For example:
- Мен он сегіз жасымын. (Men on segiz jasymyn.) - I am eighteen years old.
- Алты жасындағы бала. (Alty jasındağı bala.) - A six-year-old child.
Telling the Time[edit | edit source]
Telling the time in Kazakh follows a simple pattern. To express the hour, use the number followed by "сағат" (sağat), which means "o'clock."
For example:
- Сағат екі. (Sağat eki.) - Two o'clock.
- Сағат алты. (Sağat alty.) - Six o'clock.
To express minutes, use the number followed by "минут" (minut).
For example:
- Сағат екі минут. (Sağat eki minut.) - Two minutes past [the hour].
- Сағат он минут. (Sağat on minut.) - Ten minutes past [the hour].
Counting Objects and Quantities[edit | edit source]
When counting objects or expressing quantities in Kazakh, use the cardinal numbers (e.g., бір, екі, үш).
For example:
- Менде екі қалам бар. (Mende eki qalam bar.) - I have two pens.
- Сенде төрт қарлық су бар ма? (Sende tört qarlıq su bar ma?) - Do you have four bottles of water?
Dates and Years[edit | edit source]
To express dates in Kazakh, use the cardinal numbers followed by the word "ай" (ay) for "month" and "жыл" (jıl) for "year."
For example:
- Мен қырк тамызда туғанмын. (Men qırk tamyzda tuğanmyn.) - I was born on the fortieth of July.
- Қазақстан Республикасы қайда жасалған? (Qazaqstan Respýblıkası qayda jasalğan?) - When was the Republic of Kazakhstan established?
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
The Kazakh number system reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Kazakh people. Numerical expressions often carry symbolic meanings and cultural significance.
For example, the number 7 (жеті) is considered a lucky number in Kazakh culture. It is believed to bring good fortune and protection from evil spirits. This belief is deeply rooted in the ancient Turkic traditions and shamanistic practices of the Kazakh nomadic tribes.
Similarly, the number 40 (қырк) holds special significance in Kazakh culture. It is associated with maturity and wisdom, as well as the completion of a full cycle. In traditional Kazakh culture, reaching the age of 40 is often celebrated as a milestone.
These cultural insights add depth and meaning to the numerical expressions in Kazakh, highlighting the interconnectedness of language and culture.
Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now it's time to put your newly acquired knowledge into practice! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of Kazakh numbers and counting.
Exercise 1: Number Identification[edit | edit source]
Identify the following numbers in Kazakh:
1. сегіз 2. үш жиырма 3. алпыс 4. оның бесінші 5. қазан
Solution: 1. сегіз - eight 2. үш жиырма - thirty-three 3. алпыс - sixty 4. оның бесінші - its fifth 5. қазан - pot
Exercise 2: Age Expression[edit | edit source]
Express the following ages in Kazakh:
1. 12 years old 2. 25 years old 3. 50 years old 4. 30 years old 5. 18 years old
Solution: 1. 12 years old - он екі жасында 2. 25 years old - он бес жасында 3. 50 years old - елу жасында 4. 30 years old - үш жиырма жасында 5. 18 years old - он сегіз жасында
Exercise 3: Telling the Time[edit | edit source]
Express the following times in Kazakh:
1. 3:45 2. 9:30 3. 12:15 4. 6:10 5. 1:55
Solution: 1. 3:45 - сағат үштен алпыс бес минут 2. 9:30 - сағат тоғыздан екі минут 3. 12:15 - сағат онадан екінші 4. 6:10 - сағат алтыдан он минут 5. 1:55 - сағат бірден үштен алпыс бес минут
Exercise 4: Counting Objects[edit | edit source]
Count the following objects in Kazakh:
1. Five apples 2. Ten books 3. Two cups 4. Three pens 5. Seven chairs
Solution: 1. Five apples - бес алма 2. Ten books - он кітап 3. Two cups - екі қап 4. Three pens - үш қалам 5. Seven chairs - жеті орын
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations on completing this comprehensive lesson on Kazakh numbers and counting! You have learned how to count from 0 to 100 and use numbers in various contexts, such as expressing age, telling the time, counting objects, and discussing dates.
Remember that practice is the key to mastery. Continue practicing your Kazakh numbers in everyday situations, and soon counting will become second nature to you. As you progress in your language learning journey, you will discover even more fascinating aspects of the Kazakh language and culture.
Keep up the great work, and soon you'll be well on your way to becoming a proficient Kazakh speaker!
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