Counting 1 to 10 in Hindi: 1 (Ek), 2 (Do), 3 (Teen), 4 (Chaar), 5 (Paanch), 6 (Chhe), 7 (Saat), 8 (Aaath), 9 (Nau), 10 (Das). To count beyond 10, add the unit to the ten (e.g., 11 is Ek-gyarah).
📋 Table of Contents
- Why Learning Hindi Numbers is Crucial
- Hindi Numbers 1 to 10 (The Foundation)
- Hindi Numbers 11 to 19
- Tens: 20, 30... to 100
- Complete Hindi Numbers Chart (1-100)
- How to Ask for Prices & Handle Money
- How to Tell Time in Hindi
- Dates, Days, and Years in Hindi
- Phone Numbers and Addresses
- Cultural Insights: Lucky Numbers & Superstitions
- Practice Your Hindi Numbers
- Frequently Asked Questions
Why Learning Hindi Numbers is Crucial for Beginners
If you are planning a trip to India, learning to bargain at a market, or simply trying to read a menu, numbers are unavoidable. Unlike greetings which you can sometimes get by with a smile and "Namaste," numbers are mathematical constants. You cannot "fake" numbers. If the shopkeeper says "Five hundred rupees," you need to know exactly what that means.
Numbers are often one of the first things children learn because they are logical. Hindi numbers follow a very consistent pattern once you learn the first 10 digits and the tens. Unlike English, where "eleven" and "twelve" don't clearly sound like "one" and "two," Hindi has a logical structure that makes counting easy once you know the rules.
In this guide, we will break down Hindi numbers 1 to 100 with Devanagari script, Roman transliteration, and pronunciation. We will also cover practical applications like money, time, and dates.
🎯 Real-World Scenarios
Why do you need numbers?
• To ask the price: "Kitne ka hai?"
• To ask the time: "Kitne baje hain?"
• To give your phone number.
• To understand your change after paying.
• To order a specific quantity (e.g., "Do roti" = Two breads).
Hindi Numbers 1 to 10: The Foundation
Everything builds on these first ten numbers. Memorize these thoroughly before moving on. In Hindi, the Devanagari script is used for writing numbers, but Roman transliteration is often used for texting or informal writing.
| English | Devanagari | Roman | Pronunciation Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| One | एक | Ek | Like "Echo" |
| Two | दो | Do | Like "Doe" (Deer) |
| Three | तीन | Teen | Like "Teene" |
| Four | चार | Chaar | Like "Char" (but longer 'a') |
| Five | पाँच | Paanch | Nasal 'n' |
| Six | छः | Chhe | Like "Chey" |
| Seven | सात | Saat | Like "Saht" |
| Eight | आठ | Aaath | Like "Ath" (but longer 'a') |
| Nine | नौ | Nau | Like "Now" |
| Ten | दस | Das | Like "Duss" |
Pro Tip: "Do" (2) and "Do" (Give - from "Dena") can be confusing. Always say "Do" (2) as "Doh" (rhyming with Dough) to sound natural, or clearly distinguish "Do" (Give) as "Do" (rhyming with Doh) and "Do" (2) as "Do" (rhyming with Dough).
Hindi Numbers 11 to 19
Hindi numbers from 11 to 19 are formed by combining the unit number with a suffix that often indicates "ten". However, the pronunciation can shift slightly. Here is the pattern:
11: Ek + gyarah = Ekgyarah (एकग्यारह)
12: Ba + rah = Barah (बारह) - Note: 'Ba' comes from 'Do'
13: Terah (तेरह)
14: Chaudah (चौदह)
15: Pandrah (पंद्रह)
16: Solah (सोलह)
17: Satrah (सत्रह)
18: Attharah (अठारह)
19: Unnees (उन्नीस)
As you can see, 12 to 19 don't strictly follow the "Ek-gyarah" pattern. They have their own unique names. It's best to memorize these as a group.
The Tens: 20, 30... to 100
Once you know the tens, you can count almost any number. The logic is: Tens + Unit.
Example: 24 = Bees (20) + Chaar (4) = Bees Chaar.
| Number | Devanagari | Roman |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | बीस | Bees |
| 30 | तीस | Tees |
| 40 | चालीस | Chaalees |
| 50 | पचास | Pachaas |
| 60 | साठ | Saath |
| 70 | सत्तर | Sattar |
| 80 | अस्सी | Assee |
| 90 | नब्बे | Nabbe |
| 100 | सौ | Sau |
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| 1-10 | 11-20 | 21-30 | 31-40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ek (1) | Ekgyarah (11) | Ikees (21) | Ikees (31) |
| Do (2) | Barah (12) | Baees (22) | Baees (32) |
| Teen (3) | Terah (13) | Teis (23) | Teis (33) |
| Chaar (4) | Chaudah (14) | Chaubees (24) | Chaubees (34) |
| Paanch (5) | Pandrah (15) | Paachees (25) | Paachees (35) |
| Chhe (6) | Solah (16) | Chhabbees (26) | Chhabbees (36) |
| Saat (7) | Satrah (17) | Sattaees (27) | Sattaees (37) |
| Aaath (8) | Attharah (18) | Atthais (28) | Atthais (38) |
| Nau (9) | Unnees (19) | Unnees (29) | Unnees (39) |
| Das (10) | Bees (20) | Tees (30) | Chaalees (40) |
Pattern Alert
Notice that 21 is "Ikees" and 31 is "Ikees"? This is a common pattern. 21, 31, 41, 51, 61, 71, 81, 91 all end in "Ikees" sound. However, for higher numbers (above 100), the structure changes to "Sau ikkees" for 121.
How to Ask for Prices & Handle Money
One of the most important reasons to learn numbers is to handle money in India. The currency is the Rupee (₹). Coins are usually ₹1, ₹2, ₹5, ₹10, ₹20. Notes are ₹10, ₹20, ₹50, ₹100, ₹200, ₹500, ₹2000.
Key Phrases for Shopping:
Reading Prices:
- ₹10: Das rupaye (दस रुपये)
- ₹50: Pachaas rupaye (पचास रुपये)
- ₹100: Sau rupaye (सौ रुपये)
- ₹150: Dedh sau rupaye (ढ़ाई सौ रुपये) or Ek sau pachaas.
- ₹200: Do sau rupaye (दो सौ रुपये)
- ₹1000: Hazar rupaye (हज़ार रुपये)
- ₹1 Lakh: Ek lakh (एक लाख) = 100,000.
Cultural Insight: Bargaining is common in Indian markets (bazaars). If the shopkeeper says "Paanch sau" (500), don't be afraid to say "Ek sau pachaas?" (150?). They will often come down to a fair price. Just remember to smile!
How to Tell Time in Hindi
Telling time is essential for catching trains, meeting friends, or knowing when to wake up for your next lesson. The key word is "Baje" (o'clock) and "Baje hain" (it is struck).
Key Phrases:
- What time is it? → Kitne baje hain? (कितने बजे हैं?)
- It is 2 o'clock. → Do baje hain. (दो बजे हैं)
- It is half past 4. → Saare chaar baje hain. (साढ़े चार बजे हैं)
- It is 15 minutes past 5. → Paanch barah hain. (पांच बारह हैं)
Pro Tip: In India, time is often spoken in "24-hour" format informally, but "12-hour" is more common in daily conversation. Also, "Saare" (half past) is very useful. "Saare chaar" means 4:30.
Dates, Days, and Years in Hindi
If you are filling out a form or asking "When is your birthday?", you need dates. Hindi dates follow the format: Day + Month + Year.
Days of the Week:
- Sunday: Ravivaar (रविवार)
- Monday: Somvaar (सोमवार)
- Tuesday: Mangalvaar (मंगलवार)
- Wednesday: Budhvaar (बुधवार)
- Thursday: Guruvaar (गुरुवार)
- Friday: Shukravaar (शुक्रवार)
- Saturday: Shaniwaar (शनिवार)
Months:
India uses the Gregorian calendar for official purposes, so months are January (Janvari), February (Pharvari), etc. However, there is also the Hindu calendar with months like Chaitra, Vaisakh, etc., which determine festivals.
Years:
Years are read as numbers. 2026 is "Do hazaar chhabbees" (2026).
Phone Numbers and Addresses
In Hindi, phone numbers are read digit by digit. There is no concept of "area code" grouping like in English.
Example: 9876543210
"Nau-aat-saat-cha-chaar-teen-do-ek-sun-ek-sun"
Cultural Insight: In India, "Zero" is often pronounced as "Sun" (शून्य) or "Zee-ro". "Sun" is very common in phone numbers because it's quicker to say. So "0" in a phone number is usually "Sun".
Cultural Insights: Lucky Numbers & Superstitions
Numbers in India carry cultural weight beyond their mathematical value.
- 7 (Saat): Considered very lucky. "Saat Janam" means 7 lifetimes. Many festivals last 7 days.
- 13 (Terah): Unlike the West, 13 is not considered unlucky in India. It's just a number. Some even consider it lucky as it's "10 + 3" (Trinity).
- 108: A sacred number in Hinduism and Buddhism. Prayer beads (Mala) have 108 beads. It represents the wholeness of existence.
- 111: Often seen as a "master number" of manifestation.
💡 Superstitions
Some people avoid buying property or starting a business on Tuesdays (Mangalvaar) because Mars (Mangal) is associated with conflict. Similarly, the 13th of the month is sometimes avoided for travel.
How to Practice Your Hindi Numbers
Knowing the theory is one thing; using numbers in real life is another. Here's your action plan:
1. Count Everything
Count your steps when you walk. Count the plates when you eat. Count the cars you see. This builds muscle memory for the sounds.
2. Practice Money Math
Go to a shop (or imagine one). Pick an item and mentally calculate the price in Rupees. "If this is ₹50, how much for two? ₹100."
3. Use the Resources
Use our free tools to reinforce your learning:
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Counting 1 to 10 in Hindi: 1 (Ek), 2 (Do), 3 (Teen), 4 (Chaar), 5 (Paanch), 6 (Chhe), 7 (Saat), 8 (Aaath), 9 (Nau), 10 (Das).
To ask 'How much is this?', you say 'Yeh kitne ka hai?' (यह कितने का है?). The shopkeeper will reply with the number, e.g., 'Do sau rupaye' (Two hundred rupees).
To ask the time, say 'Kitne baje hain?' (What time is it?). Example answer: 'Do baje hain' (It is 2 o'clock) or 'Saat baje hain' (It is 7 o'clock). For half past, use 'Saare' (e.g., Saare chaar = 4:30).
No, unlike Western culture, 13 is not considered unlucky in India. It is simply a number. Some people even consider it lucky because it represents '10 + 3' (Trinity).
Zero is "Shunya" (शून्य) in formal Hindi. However, in phone numbers and daily conversation, it is often pronounced as "Sun" (सुन) or "Zee-ro".