100 to 10,000 in Japanese
Learning to count in Japanese can be a challenging but rewarding experience. In this article, we will explore how to count from 100 to 10,000 in Japanese.
Counting from 100 to 1,000
In Japanese, the number 100 is written as (hyaku). To count from 100 to 1,000, you can simply add the following suffixes to the number:
- 200: (nihyaku)
- 300: (sanbyaku)
- 400: (yonhyaku)
- 500: (gohyaku)
- 600: (roppyaku)
- 700: (nanahyaku)
- 800: (happyaku)
- 900: (kyuuhyaku)
- 1,000: (sen)
Counting from 1,000 to 10,000
To count from 1,000 to 10,000, you can use the following numbers:
- 2,000: (ni-sen)
- 3,000: (san-zen)
- 4,000: (yon-sen)
- 5,000: (go-sen)
- 6,000: (roku-sen)
- 7,000: (nana-sen)
- 8,000: (hachi-sen)
- 9,000: (kyuu-sen)
- 10,000: (man)
Tips and Examples
- When counting large numbers, Japanese people often use the Chinese numerals (, kanji) to make it easier to read and write.
- You can also use the Japanese counter (, kan) to count objects. For example, (hyaku kan) means 100 objects.
- When writing large numbers, Japanese people often separate the numbers with a comma (,) to make it easier to read. For example, 10,000 is written as 10,000 (man).
Conclusion
Counting from 100 to 10,000 in Japanese may seem challenging at first, but with practice and patience, you can master it. Remember to use the correct suffixes and counters to make your counting easier and more accurate. Good luck with your Japanese learning journey!
