Learning French numbers is one of the first and most important steps when studying the French language. Numbers are used every day when talking about prices, dates, time, addresses, and quantities.
French numbers follow predictable patterns, which makes them easier to learn once you understand the basic structure.
This page will help you learn how French numbers work and provide links to charts and practice tools so you can improve quickly.
French Numbers Chart
If you want to start learning immediately, use one of the charts below.
These charts show how French numbers are written and help you recognize number patterns.
French Numbers 1–20
The first twenty numbers should be memorized because they form the foundation for larger numbers.
| 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 |
French Numbers 21–69
French numbers from 21 to 69 follow a predictable pattern.
Examples:
21 = vingt et un
24 = vingt-quatre
37 = trente-sept
48 = quarante-huit
59 = cinquante-neuf
The general structure is:
ten + unit
However, 21, 31, 41, 51, and 61 use et.
Example:
21 = vingt et un
31 = trente et un
French Numbers 70–99
Numbers from 70 to 99 use a different structure.
Examples:
70 = soixante-dix
71 = soixante et onze
80 = quatre-vingts
90 = quatre-vingt-dix
These numbers combine earlier number patterns rather than introducing completely new words.
French Hundreds
French hundreds follow a clear pattern.
Examples:
100 = cent
200 = deux cents
300 = trois cents
When additional numbers follow, the s is removed.
Example:
201 = deux cent un
French Thousands
Examples:
1,000 = mille
2,000 = deux mille
10,000 = dix mille
French numbers continue to follow consistent patterns as they grow larger.
Practice French Numbers
You can practice French numbers using the interactive tools below.
French Numbers Translate Tool
Take The French Numbers Quiz
Related French Number Pages
You can continue learning French numbers with these pages: