French Numbers 1–20
Learning the French numbers from 1 to 20 is one of the most important first steps when studying the French language. These numbers are used every day when telling time, giving prices, counting objects, discussing dates, and understanding conversations.
Unlike English, some French numbers follow patterns that may be unfamiliar at first. Once you learn the numbers from 1 through 20, it becomes much easier to understand larger numbers and recognize common patterns in the language.
This chart will help you see, read, and hear the numbers from 1 to 20 in French.
French Numbers 1–20 Chart
Below is a chart showing the French numbers from 1 to 20. You can click on any number to hear how it is pronounced.
List of French Numbers 1–20
Here are the French numbers from one to twenty.
| Number | French |
|---|---|
| 1 | un |
| 2 | deux |
| 3 | trois |
| 4 | quatre |
| 5 | cinq |
| 6 | six |
| 7 | sept |
| 8 | huit |
| 9 | neuf |
| 10 | dix |
| 11 | onze |
| 12 | douze |
| 13 | treize |
| 14 | quatorze |
| 15 | quinze |
| 16 | seize |
| 17 | dix-sept |
| 18 | dix-huit |
| 19 | dix-neuf |
| 20 | vingt |
Why Learn French Numbers 1–20 First?
The numbers 1 through 20 form the foundation of the entire French number system.
Once you know these numbers, you can begin learning larger numbers like:
- 21 (vingt-et-un)
- 35 (trente-cinq)
- 48 (quarante-huit)
Many larger numbers are built using combinations of the numbers from 1 to 20.
Examples of French Numbers in Sentences
Here are a few examples showing how these numbers appear in everyday French.
J’ai deux livres.
I have two books.
Nous avons quinze minutes.
We have fifteen minutes.
Il y a vingt étudiants dans la classe.
There are twenty students in the class.
Practicing numbers in real sentences can help you remember them faster.
Practice French Numbers
Try these simple exercises:
- Count from 1 to 20 in French
- Count backwards from 20 to 1
- Click each number in the chart and repeat the pronunciation
Practicing regularly will help you become comfortable recognizing and saying French numbers.
Learn More French Numbers
Continue learning French numbers with these charts:
You can also learn how numbers are used in everyday French: