Discovering Irish Numbers

• Primary Education
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Discovering Irish Numbers

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to count and use basic numbers in Irish.

What do you already know about Irish numbers?

Introduction to Irish Numbers

Irish numbers are unique and have their own pronunciation and form. Let's explore the basics.

Counting 1-10

In Irish, 1 is 'aon', 2 is 'dhá', 3 is 'trí', 4 is 'ceathair', 5 is 'cúig', 6 is 'sé', 7 is 'seacht', 8 is 'ocht', 9 is 'naoi', and 10 is 'deich'.

Interactive Practice

Let's practice counting together using the Irish numbers we just learned.

Tens and Beyond

In Irish, numbers past 10 follow a similar pattern to English. For example, 20 is 'fiche', 30 is 'tríocha', and so on.

Interactive Quiz

Let's test our knowledge with a fun quiz on Irish numbers.

Using Numbers

Irish numbers are used in various contexts, including telling time, counting objects, and expressing quantities.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've learned the basics of Irish numbers. Keep practicing and exploring the language.