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Chinese Numbers
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Start with Chinese numbers 1–10. Learn each character, read its pinyin, and practice saying the number highlighted in the classroom picture.
| Chinese | Pinyin | Tones | English |
|---|---|---|---|
| 一 | yī | 1 | one |
| 二 | èr | 4 | two |
| 三 | sān | 1 | three |
| 四 | sì | 4 | four |
| 五 | wǔ | 3 | five |
| 六 | liù | 4 | six |
| 七 | qī | 1 | seven |
| 八 | bā | 1 | eight |
| 九 | jiǔ | 3 | nine |
| 十 | shí | 2 | ten |
Chinese Numbers sets
Frequently asked questions
How do I count from one to ten in Chinese?
The sequence is 一, 二, 三, 四, 五, 六, 七, 八, 九, 十. The table shows the pinyin and English meaning for each number.
How do you say one in Chinese?
One is 一, pronounced yī when counting on its own. Its tone can change when it appears before another syllable.
How do you say ten in Chinese?
Ten is 十, pronounced shí with a rising second tone.
Can I practice Chinese numbers with pictures?
Yes. Open the Chinese Numbers 1–10 unit, look at the highlighted number and type its Chinese character or pinyin. Submit to hear the answer and move to the next number.