French Numbers 1 to 100: Learn to Count in French

French Numbers 1 to 100

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10 Apr

If you're interested in learning French, one of the fundamental things you should know is how to count in French. From ordering food at a restaurant to telling time, counting in French is a crucial skill. 

In this blog post, we'll go through how to count in French from 1 to 100.

Cardinal Numbers in French

Cardinal numbers are the numbers that we use to count objects.  In French, they are called "les nombres cardinaux".  Here's a table of the French cardinal numbers from 1 to 10:

To count in French from 11 to 20, you simply add the number ten (dix) to the ones digit. For example, 11 in French is "onze" (10 + 1), and 16 is "seize" (10 + 6).

Numbers from 21 to 69

From 21 to 69, the numbers in French are formed by combining the tens digit with the ones digit. For example, 21 is "vingt-et-un" (20 and 1), and 42 is "quarante-deux" (40 and 2). Here's a table of the French cardinal numbers from 21 to 69:

Now that we've gone through the basics of counting in French from 1 to 69, let's move on to the next set of numbers, from 70 to 100.

70 to 79

In French, the numbers from 70 to 79 are a little different from the rest of the numbers. Instead of following a simple pattern, they require a combination of numbers. Take a look at the table below to see the numbers from 70 to 79 in French.

As you can see, the French word for 70 is "soixante-dix," which literally means "sixty-ten." To count from 71 to 79, you add the numbers "et-un" (and one) to the end of "soixante" (sixty) and then add the corresponding number. 

For example, 71 in French is "soixante-et-onze," which means "sixty and eleven."

80 to 89

The French numbers from 80 to 89 follow a similar pattern to the numbers from 20 to 29. The number 80 is "quatre-vingts," which means "four twenties."  The numbers from 81 to 89 are formed by adding the corresponding number to the end of "quatre-vingts." 

Here is a table with the numbers from 80 to 89 in French:

90-99

Notice that the numbers in the 90s are a bit different from the previous numbers we've seen. The number "90" is "quatre-vingt-dix," which literally means "four twenties and ten." 

This is because the French used to have a base-20 counting system, which is why the numbers from 80 to 99 have a unique structure.

100

The number 100 in French is "cent," which is a simple and straightforward translation.

Counting beyond 100

To count beyond 100 in French, you can simply add the word "et" (and) between the hundreds and the tens/units. 

For example, 101 is "cent un" (100 and 1), 175 is "cent soixante-quinze" (100, 60, and 15), and 999 is "neuf cent quatre-vingt-dix-neuf" (9 hundreds, 4 twenties, and 19).

Conclusion

Now that you know how to count in French from 1 to 100, you can practice by counting objects around you or testing yourself with flashcards. Remember that pronunciation is key in French, so don't be afraid to listen to native speakers or use online resources to improve your skills.

 With practice and patience, you'll be counting in French like a pro in no time!