Language/Kirghiz/Vocabulary/Cardinal-Numbers
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will dive into the world of numbers and time in the Kirghiz language. Numbers are an essential part of everyday life, whether it's counting objects, telling the time, or expressing quantities. By learning the cardinal numbers from 1 to 100, you will be able to communicate effectively in various situations. This comprehensive lesson will provide you with the necessary vocabulary and examples to master Kirghiz numbers with ease.
Cardinal Numbers[edit | edit source]
Let's start our journey by exploring the cardinal numbers in Kirghiz. Cardinal numbers are used to express quantity, count objects, and tell the time. We will begin with the numbers from 1 to 10, and gradually progress to larger numbers. Pay close attention to the pronunciation and practice saying the numbers aloud to improve your speaking skills.
Numbers 1 to 10[edit | edit source]
To begin with, let's learn the numbers from 1 to 10 in Kirghiz:
Kirghiz | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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бир | bir | one |
эки | eki | two |
үч | üch | three |
төрт | tört | four |
беш | besh | five |
алты | alty | six |
жети | jeti | seven |
сегиз | segiz | eight |
тогуз | toguz | nine |
он | on | ten |
Now that you've familiarized yourself with the first ten numbers, let's move on to the next set.
Numbers 11 to 20[edit | edit source]
In Kirghiz, numbers from 11 to 20 have their own unique forms. Here are the numbers from 11 to 20:
Kirghiz | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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он бир | on bir | eleven |
он эки | on eki | twelve |
он үч | on üch | thirteen |
он төрт | on tört | fourteen |
он беш | on besh | fifteen |
он алты | on alty | sixteen |
он жети | on jeti | seventeen |
он сегиз | on segiz | eighteen |
он тогуз | on toguz | nineteen |
жыйырма | jiyirma | twenty |
Notice how the numbers from 11 to 19 are formed by adding the word "он" (on) before the corresponding single digit number. Keep practicing the pronunciation to build your confidence in speaking Kirghiz.
Numbers 30 to 100[edit | edit source]
Moving on, let's explore the numbers from 30 to 100 in Kirghiz. These numbers follow a pattern that is similar to the English counting system. Take your time to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation and usage of each number.
Kirghiz | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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отуз | otuz | thirty |
кырк | kırk | forty |
элүү | elüü | fifty |
алтымыш | altımış | sixty |
жетимиш | jetimiş | seventy |
сексен | seksen | eighty |
тоңуз | toñuz | ninety |
жүз | jüz | one hundred |
Congratulations! You've now learned the cardinal numbers from 1 to 100 in Kirghiz. Practice saying the numbers aloud to improve your pronunciation and fluency.
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
Numbers play a significant role in Kirghiz culture, just as they do in many other cultures around the world. In Kirghiz folklore, certain numbers are considered lucky or unlucky, and their symbolism is deeply rooted in traditional beliefs.
For example, the number 7 (jeti) is considered sacred and is associated with good fortune. It is believed that if you see a rainbow with seven colors, it will bring you luck and prosperity. Similarly, the number 40 (kırk) is considered a special number, often associated with purification and cleansing rituals.
Additionally, Kirghiz people have a unique way of counting on their fingers. Instead of starting with the thumb as in many Western cultures, they start with the little finger and count towards the thumb. This cultural difference is an interesting aspect of Kirghiz numeracy.
Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now it's time to put your knowledge of Kirghiz cardinal numbers to the test. Complete the following exercises and check your answers to reinforce what you've learned.
Exercise 1: Write the Kirghiz numbers for the following English words:
1. Twenty-five 2. Forty-nine 3. Seventy-two 4. Ninety-eight 5. Sixty-six
Exercise 2: Translate the following Kirghiz numbers into English:
1. эки жети 2. алтымыш тогуз 3. отуз бир 4. кырк үч 5. жетимиш он
Exercise 3: Fill in the blanks with the correct Kirghiz numbers:
1. Бир пайдаш оңдон ______ таңдайт. 2. Сегизде ______ кыздар бар. 3. Кырк жети бала ______ окуйт. 4. Он эки киши ______ көргөзөт. 5. Алтынчы жылга ______ маалымат келет.
Solutions[edit | edit source]
Exercise 1:
1. жыйырма беш 2. кырк тогуз 3. жетимиш эки 4. тоңуз сегиз 5. алтымыш алты
Exercise 2:
1. two seven 2. sixty-nine 3. thirty-one 4. forty-three 5. seventy-ten
Exercise 3:
1. Бир пайдаш оңдон эки таңдайт. 2. Сегизде еки кыздар бар. 3. Кырк жети бала элүү окуйт. 4. Он эки киши тогуз көргөзөт. 5. Алтынчы жылга алты маалымат келет.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we have explored the cardinal numbers in Kirghiz from 1 to 100. By learning these numbers, you have acquired an essential skill for everyday communication in Kirghiz. Remember to practice saying the numbers aloud and use them in various contexts to reinforce your learning. Keep up the good work, and soon you'll be able to count and tell the time with confidence in Kirghiz!
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Food
- Family Members
- Colors
- Numbers
- Clothes
- Basic Greetings
- Ordering at a Restaurant
- Sports and Games
- Express Surprise
- Kirghiz survival phrases
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