Numbers 1–30
Count from un to trente. Learn the patterns and irregularities: seize, dix-sept, dix-huit, dix-neuf, vingt, vingt et un.
A lesson of French A1 — Beginner, in Numbers & Time, about 10 minutes.
By the end of this lesson, you will count from un to trente and handle the spelling and pronunciation irregularities within that range.
Why Numbers First?
Numbers unlock prices, ages, phone numbers, times, and dates. They also teach you important patterns — many French number words reappear inside larger numbers you'll learn next.
1–10: The Foundation
| Number | French | Pronunciation guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | un / une | uhn / ün |
| 2 | deux | duh |
| 3 | trois | trwah |
| 4 | quatre | kah-truh |
| 5 | cinq | sank |
| 6 | six | sees (before vowel) / see (at end) |
| 7 | sept | set |
| 8 | huit | weet |
| 9 | neuf | nuhf |
| 10 | dix | dees (before vowel) / dee (at end) |
Gender note: un (masculine) becomes une (feminine): un livre vs. une table.
11–16: The Irregulars
These don't follow a pattern — memorize them:
| Number | French | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | onze | ohnz |
| 12 | douze | dooz |
| 13 | treize | trehz |
| 14 | quatorze | kah-torz |
| 15 | quinze | kanz |
| 16 | seize | sez |
17–19: The First Pattern (dix + unit)
| Number | French |
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