In this lesson, we will explore Cardinal Numbers. These are the numbers we use to count and express quantities. Let’s dive in and learn how to use them correctly!
What Are Cardinal Numbers?
Cardinal numbers are used to count people, objects, or things. They answer the question: “How many?”
Examples:
- One apple
- Two books
- Three chairs
Cardinal Numbers from 1 to 20
Here is a list of cardinal numbers from 1 to 20:
| Number | Audio |
|---|---|
| 1 | One |
| 2 | Two |
| 3 | Three |
| 4 | Four |
| 5 | Five |
| 6 | Six |
| 7 | Seven |
| 8 | Eight |
| 9 | Nine |
| 10 | Ten |
| 11 | Eleven |
| 12 | Twelve |
| 13 | Thirteen |
| 14 | Fourteen |
| 15 | Fifteen |
| 16 | Sixteen |
| 17 | Seventeen |
| 18 | Eighteen |
| 19 | Nineteen |
| 20 | Twenty |
Cardinal Numbers from 21 to 100
For numbers 21 to 99, we combine the tens and ones with a hyphen (-). For example:
- 21: Twenty-one
- 35: Thirty-five
- 48: Forty-eight
Tens:
| Number | Audio |
|---|---|
| 30 | Thirty |
| 40 | Forty |
| 50 | Fifty |
| 60 | Sixty |
| 70 | Seventy |
| 80 | Eighty |
| 90 | Ninety |
Examples:
- 33: Thirty-three
- 57: Fifty-seven
- 99: Ninety-nine
Large Numbers
For numbers larger than 100, we use the terms hundred, thousand, million, etc.
Examples:
- 100: One hundred
- 250: Two hundred fifty
- 1,000: One thousand
- 1,250: One thousand two hundred fifty
- 1,000,000: One million
Practice Game
Tips for Learning Cardinal Numbers
- Practice Counting Daily: Start counting objects around you in English.
- Use Flashcards: Write the number on one side and the word on the other.
- Repeat Aloud: Use the audio buttons to listen and repeat the pronunciation.
Lesson Practice
Pages: 1 2