20 in Mandarin
** learning Mandarin Chinese! **
When it comes to counting in Mandarin Chinese, it's essential to know the numbers from 1 to 20. Here's a brief guide to help you learn the number 20 in Mandarin:
The Number 20 in Mandarin
The Chinese character for the number 20 is (èr shí). Let's break it down:
- (èr) means "two"
- (shí) means "ten"
So, (èr shí) literally means "two tens," which equals 20.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of (èr shí) is "er shi" (second tone for "er" and fourth tone for "shi").
Examples
Here are some examples of how to use the number 20 in Mandarin:
- (wǒ yǒu èr shí gè píngguǒ) - I have 20 apples.
- (zhè lǐ yǒu èr shí gè rén) - There are 20 people here.
- (wǒ xiǎng mǎi èr shí běn shū) - I want to buy 20 books.
Tips
- When counting in Mandarin, the tens digit is always said first, followed by the units digit. For example, 21 would be said as (èr shí yī) - two tens and one.
- Pay attention to the tones when pronouncing Chinese characters. The tones can change the meaning of the words.
By learning the number 20 in Mandarin, you've taken a great step in mastering the basics of Chinese counting. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be counting like a pro in Mandarin!
