Spanish Numbers 1-100: Complete A1 Beginner’s Guide

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Key Takeaways

• Master numbers 1-100 with proper pronunciation
• Learn patterns that make counting in Spanish easy
• Understand how to use numbers in real-life situations
• Practice with phone numbers, prices, and ages

Introduction to Spanish Numbers

Numbers are essential for everyday communication – from shopping and telling time to sharing your age and phone number. Spanish numbers follow logical patterns that make them easy to learn. Once you master 1-30, the rest become much simpler!

Forming Numbers 31-99:

Formula: Ten + y + Number

• 31: treinta y uno
• 42: cuarenta y dos
• 57: cincuenta y siete
• 68: sesenta y ocho
• 73: setenta y tres
• 84: ochenta y cuatro
• 99: noventa y nueve

Special Rules and Exceptions

Uno Becomes Un:

• Before masculine nouns: “un libro” (one book)
• Before feminine nouns: “una casa” (one house)
• When counting alone: “uno, dos, tres…”

Cien vs ciento:

• Cien: Exactly 100 or before nouns
  • “cien dólares” (100 dollars)
  • “cien personas” (100 people)
• Ciento: 101-199
  • “ciento uno” (101)
  • “ciento veinte” (120)

Using Numbers in Real Life

Telling Age:

• “Tengo veinte años.” (I am 20 years old.)
• “¿Cuántos años tienes?” (How old are you?)

Phone Numbers:

• Say each digit separately: “seis, cinco, dos, ocho…”
• “Mi número es seis-cinco-dos-ocho…” (My number is 6-5-2-8…)

Prices and Shopping:

• “Cuesta veinte euros.” (It costs 20 euros.)
• “¿Cuánto cuesta?” (How much does it cost?)

Telling Time:

• “Son las tres.” (It’s 3:00.)
• “Es la una.” (It’s 1:00.)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Don’t forget the “y” – treinta y uno, not treinta uno
2. Don’t mix up cien/ciento – cien for 100, ciento for 101+
3. Don’t forget gender with “uno” – un libro, una casa
4. Don’t mispronounce numbers – practice the distinctive Spanish sounds

Quick Patterns to Remember

16-19: dieci + number

• dieciséis (16), diecisiete (17), dieciocho (18), diecinueve (19)

21-29: veinti + number

• veintiuno (21), veintidós (22), veintitrés (23)…

31+: ten + y + number

• treinta y uno (31), cuarenta y dos (42)…

Memory Tips

Group Learning:

• Master 1-15 first (they’re unique)
• Learn 16-19 as “dieci” + number
• Learn 21-29 as “veinti” + number
• Learn tens: 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100
• The rest follow the “ten + y + number” pattern

Practice Daily:

• Count objects around you in Spanish
• Practice saying your phone number
• Read prices in Spanish when shopping
• Say your age and ask others

Ready to Practice?

Now that you understand Spanish numbers, it’s time to test your knowledge!

Take our Spanish Numbers Quiz to practice counting, pronunciation, and using numbers in practical situations.

What’s Next in Your A1 Spanish Journey?

• Learn Telling Time – Master hours and minutes
• Practice Dates and Calendar – Days, months, and years
• Master Basic Math Terms – Add, subtract, multiply, divide
• Return to A1 Grammar Hub for more beginner lessons
• Return to A1 Vocabulary Hub for more beginner vocabulary

Need More Detailed Information?

• For advanced numbers: Complete Numbers Guide
• For exam preparation: DELE A1 Numbers Guide

Remember: Numbers become automatic with regular practice. Count everything around you in Spanish, and soon you’ll think in numbers naturally!

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