Numbers are divided into two main categories: cardinal and ordinal numbers, and the same is true in Albanian. Cardinal numbers tell us how many, such as një – one, pesë -five, and dhjetë ten, while ordinal numbers indicate position or order, such as i pari – first and i dyti- second. We’ll explore both types in this article.
The best thing about Albanian numbers is that you don’t have to worry about learning a new writing system, as Albanian uses the same Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3…) as English. The main difference lies in their pronunciation and the words used for each number.
So, let’s master Albanian numbers together!
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What Are Albanian Numbers?
Albanian numbers are used to count things, talk about age and dates, tell time, denote position, and show quantity. As we’ve mentioned above, these numbers are further divided into two types:
- Cardinal numbers – numrat kardinalë
- Ordinal numbers – numrat rendorë
Let’s look at them one by one with examples:
1. What Are Albanian Cardinal Numbers?
Albanian cardinal numbers are used to show quantity. They basically answer the question ‘how many’; that’s why they are also known as counting numbers.
Below are some examples of Albanian cardinal numbers:
| Numeral | English | Albanian | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | zero | zero | |
| 1 | one | një | |
| 2 | two | dy | |
| 3 | three | tre | |
| 4 | four | katër | |
| 5 | five | pesë | |
| 6 | six | gjashtë | |
| 7 | seven | shtatë | |
| 8 | eight | tetë | |
| 9 | nine | nëntë | |
| 10 | ten | dhjetë | |
| 11 | eleven | njëmbëdhjetë | |
| 12 | twelve | dymbëdhjetë | |
| 13 | thirteen | trembëdhjetë | |
| 14 | fourteen | katërmbëdhjetë | |
| 15 | fifteen | pesëmbëdhjetë | |
| 16 | sixteen | gjashtëmbëdhjetë | |
| 17 | seventeen | shtatëmbëdhjetë | |
| 18 | eighteen | tetëmbëdhjetë | |
| 19 | nineteen | nëntëmbëdhjetë | |
| 20 | twenty | njëzet | |
| 21 | twenty-one | njëzet e një | |
| 22 | twenty-two | njëzet e dy | |
| 23 | twenty-three | njëzet e tre | |
| 24 | twenty-four | njëzet e katër | |
| 25 | twenty-five | njëzet e pesë | |
| 26 | twenty-six | njëzet e gjashtë | |
| 27 | twenty-seven | njëzet e shtatë | |
| 28 | twenty-eight | njëzet e tetë | |
| 29 | twenty-nine | njëzet e nëntë | |
| 30 | thirty | tridhjetë | |
| 31 | thirty-one | tridhjetë e një | |
| 32 | thirty-two | tridhjetë e dy | |
| 33 | thirty-three | tridhjetë e tre | |
| 34 | thirty-four | tridhjetë e katër | |
| 35 | thirty-five | tridhjetë e pesë | |
| 36 | thirty-six | tridhjetë e gjashtë | |
| 37 | thirty-seven | tridhjetë e shtatë | |
| 38 | thirty-eight | tridhjetë e tetë | |
| 39 | thirty-nine | tridhjetë e nëntë | |
| 40 | forty | katërdhjetë | |
| 50 | fifty | pesëdhjetë | |
| 60 | sixty | gjashtëdhjetë | |
| 70 | seventy | shtatëdhjetë | |
| 80 | eighty | tetëdhjetë | |
| 90 | ninety | nëntëdhjetë | |
| 100 | one hundred | njëqind | |
| 200 | two hundred | dyqind | |
| 300 | three hundred | treqind | |
| 400 | four hundred | katërqind | |
| 500 | five hundred | pesëqind | |
| 600 | six hundred | gjashtëqind | |
| 700 | seven hundred | shtatëqind | |
| 800 | eight hundred | tetëqind | |
| 900 | nine hundred | nëntëqind | |
| 1000 | one thousand | një mijë | |
| 2,000 | two thousand | dy mijë | |
| 3,000 | three thousand | tre mijë | |
| 4,000 | four thousand | katër mijë | |
| 5,000 | five thousand | pesë mijë | |
| 6,000 | six thousand | gjashtë mijë | |
| 7,000 | seven thousand | shtatë mijë | |
| 8,000 | eight thousand | tetë mijë | |
| 9,000 | nine thousand | nëntë mijë | |
| 1,000,000 | one million | milion | |
| 1,000,000,000 | one billion | miliard | |
| 1,000,000,000,000 | one trillion | trilion |
2. What Are Albanian Ordinal Numbers?
Albanian ordinal numbers are used to indicate the order of things in a set, such as first, second, third, and so on. They indicate the subject’s rank or position.
Let’s briefly look at some Albanian ordinal numbers:
| Numeral | English | Albanian | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | first | e/i parë | |
| 2 | second | e/i dytë | |
| 3 | third | e/i tretë | |
| 4 | fourth | e/i katërt | |
| 5 | fifth | e/i pestë | |
| 6 | sixth | e/i gjashtë | |
| 7 | seventh | e/i shtatë | |
| 8 | eighth | e/i tetë | |
| 9 | ninth | e/i nëntë | |
| 10 | tenth | e/i dhjetë | |
| 11 | eleventh | e/i njëmbëdhjetë | |
| 12 | twelfth | e/i dymbëdhjetë | |
| 13 | thirteenth | e/i trembëdhjetë | |
| 14 | fourteenth | e/i katërmbëdhjetë | |
| 15 | fifteenth | e/i pesëmbëdhjetë | |
| 16 | sixteenth | e/i gjashtëmbëdhjetë | |
| 17 | seventeenth | e/i shtatëmbëdhjetë | |
| 18 | eighteenth | e/i tetëmbëdhjetë | |
| 19 | nineteenth | e/i nëntëmbëdhjetë | |
| 20 | twentieth | e/i njëzet | |
| 21 | twenty-first | e/i njëzet e parë | |
| 22 | twenty-second | e/i njëzet e dyti/ dyta | |
| 23 | twenty-third | e/i njëzet e tretë | |
| 24 | twenty-fourth | e/i njëzet e katërta | |
| 25 | twenty-fifth | e/i njëzet e pestë | |
| 26 | twenty-sixth | e/i njëzet e gjashtë | |
| 27 | twenty-seventh | e/i njëzet e shtatë | |
| 28 | twenty-eighth | e/i njëzet e tetë | |
| 29 | twenty-ninth | e/i njëzet e nëntë | |
| 30 | thirtieth | e/i tridhjetë | |
| 100 | hundred | e/i njëqind | |
| 1000 | thousand | e/i mijë |
How To Build Albanian Numbers Beyond 10?
Albanian numbers are formed by combining basic numbers with rules for creating tens, compound numbers, hundreds, and thousands. Let’s look at some Albanian number rules to build larger numbers.
How To Form Albanian Numbers From Ten To Nineteen?
From eleven to nineteen, we form numbers by following a simple addition rule:
number + mbë + dhjetë
Let’s understand this with an example:
Suppose you want to say ’11.’ We already know that ‘1’ in Albanian is një and ’10’ is dhjetë. Now, if we use the formula mbë + dhjetë with the word një, it will become njëmbëdhjetë. This is how we say ’11’ in Albanian.
Similarly, we say:
- ’12’ as dymbëdhjetë, which is dy + mbë + dhjete
- ’18’ as tetëmbëdhjetë, which is tetë + mbë + dhjetë
This rule applies to all numbers up to 19.
How To Count Multiples Of Ten In Albanian?
In Albanian, each multiple of ten has a unique name that you’ll need to learn. The table below shows the Albanian words for 10, 20, 30, and so on up to 100.
| Number | English | Albanian | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | ten | dhjetë | |
| 20 | twenty | njëzet | |
| 30 | thirty | tridhjetë | |
| 40 | forty | dyzet | |
| 50 | fifty | pesëdhjetë | |
| 60 | sixty | gjashtëdhjetë | |
| 70 | seventy | shtatëdhjetë | |
| 80 | eighty | tetëdhjetë | |
| 90 | ninety | nëntëdhjetë |
Don’t get confused by seeing the different Albanian words for ’20’ and ’40.’ Only these two are formed with the old number name zet, which isn’t used anymore.
How To Form Albanian Compound Numbers?
In Albanian, compound numbers are formed by adding the coordinating conjunction ‘e‘ between the ten and the unit. For example:
- ’22’ is njëzet e dy. Here, njëzet is ’20’, e is the conjunction, and dy is ‘2’.
- ’56’ is pesëdhjetë e gjashtë. Here, pesëdhjetë is ’50’, e is the conjunction, and gjashtë is ‘6’.
How To Form Hundreds In Albanian?
We form ‘hundreds’ in Albanian by adding the suffix qind to the number. For example:
| Number | English | Albanian | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | one hundred | njëqind | |
| 200 | two hundred | dyqind | |
| 300 | three hundred | treqind | |
| 400 | four hundred | katërqind |
Follow the same rule to form the rest of the hundreds.
How To Form Hundreds And Tens In Albanian?
We form hundreds and tens by using the Albanian conjunction e and the suffix qind. Here’s an example:
- ‘101’ in Albanian is njëqind e një.
Here, një is ‘1’, qind is the suffix used to form hundreds, e is the conjunction used to form tens, and again, një is ‘1’.
Have you understood the rule here?
We add both the suffix qind and the conjunction e in between the two numbers. Below are some more examples to practice this thoroughly:
| Number | Albanian | Sound |
|---|---|---|
| 214 | dyqind e katërmbëdhjetë | |
| 679 | gjashtëqind e shtatëdhjetë e nëntë | |
| 782 | shtatëqind e tetëdhjetë e dy |
How To Form Thousands In Albanian?
We form thousands in Albanian by adding the suffix mijë. So, 1000 is një mijë, 2000 is dy mijë, etc.
Just don’t forget to add the space between the two.
Now, if the number is 5,460, there’s ‘one thousand,’ ‘one hundred,’ and ‘one ten,’ so we add all the coordinating conjunctions and suffixes that we’ve discussed above, that is, mijë, e, qind, and dhjetë.
Let’s go over them again:
- Compound numbers are formed by adding the conjunction e
- Hundreds are formed by adding the suffix qind
- Hundreds and tens are formed by adding the conjunction e and the suffix qind
- Thousands are formed by adding the suffix mijë
So, the number 5,460 in Albanian will be pesë mijë e katërqind e gjashtëdhjetë.
See, here, pesë is ‘5’, mijë indicates ‘1000’, e indicates ‘and’, katër is ‘4’, qind indicates ‘100’, and gjashtëdhjetë is ’60’.
Don’t worry. With consistent practice, you can start forming Albanian numbers easily.
How Do You Say ‘Number’ In Albanian?
The word for “number ” in Albanian is numër.
In Albanian, the plural form of “number” is numra.
Tips For Learning Albanian Numbers Easily
Keep the following tips in mind when learning Albanian numbers to ensure quick progress:
- Start with the numbers 1 to 10 before moving on to larger numbers, since you’ll use them the most.
- Repeat the numbers aloud daily to practice accurate pronunciation.
- Use flashcard-based language apps like Ling for a quick revision. This helps improve memory and retention.
- Practice Albanian numbers with real-life context. For instance, tell time, count the things you bought, ask about prices, etc.
- Practice the numbers in everyday conversations. The Ling Albanian course can also help you learn numbers alongside greetings, shopping phrases, and pronunciation.
- Listen to kid-friendly Albanian number songs to make practicing numbers easier and more fun.
Frequently Asked Questions Related To Albanian Numbers
How Does the Albanian Numbering System Work?
Albanians use a decimal (base-10) numbering system where numbers from 1 to 10 have unique names, while larger numbers are formed by combining tens, hundreds, and thousands. For example, 21 is njëzet e një – twenty and one, 100 is njëqind, and 1,000 is një mijë. Once you learn the basic numbers and how they combine, counting in Albanian becomes simple and straightforward.
Are Albanian Numbers Hard To Learn?
No, learning Albanian numbers isn’t that difficult. If you practice them regularly in small groups, remembering them will become much easier.
What Should I Learn First About Albanian Numbers?
Begin by mastering the first ten numbers, as you’ll use them the most. Then, move on to learning larger numbers.
How Do You Form Compound Numbers In Albanian?
Compound numbers in Albanian are formed by placing the conjunction e (“and”) between the tens and the units. For example, 22 is njëzet e dy and 56 is pesëdhjetë e gjashtë. The same pattern applies to most numbers between the tens.
Why Is Learning Albanian Numbers Important For Beginners?
Learning Albanian numbers is important for beginners because we need them in almost every situation, such as telling time, asking about prices, or talking about our age. So, when you know the numbers early, basic communication becomes easier.
A Quick Recap Of Albanian Numbers
In this article, we briefly explored Albanian numbers, starting with ordinal and cardinal numbers. We also learned to form tens, hundreds, thousands, and compound numbers using conjunctions and suffixes.
For instance, thousands in Albanian are formed by adding the suffix mijë, and compound numbers are formed with the conjunction ‘e‘.
Remembering the correct conjunctions, suffixes, and key formulas is essential for forming numbers accurately. So keep practicing!
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