Tamil numbers are always fun to learn! There’s something so nice about being able to count in a new language—it helps you in conversations everywhere, from telling time to shopping or even playing games, numbers are everywhere.
So let’s start off gently. Even if you’ve been hearing anyone speaking in Tamil, you’ve probably come across a few of the numbers from one to ten, so these shouldn’t be too surprising.
(Make sure you listen to the audio.)
Ready to start? Let’s count! ✨
1
ஒன்று (Ondru)
2
இரண்டு (Irandu)
3
மூன்று (Moondru)
4
நான்கு (Naangu)
5
ஐந்து (Ainthu)
6
ஆறு (Aaru)
7
ஏழு (Yelu)
8
எட்டு (Ettu)
9
ஒன்பது (Onbadhu)
10
பத்து (Pathu)
That was just a quick sneak peek at all the numbers—like a fun little warm-up for your ears! 🎧 Now, get ready to dive into a world of colorful illustrations and exciting examples.
So, are you ready to learn numbers in the most fun way possible? Let’s jump into the examples and illustrations—it's time to imagine and learn!
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