100 in Arabic

How to Count to 100 in Arabic

Counting to 100 in Arabic is both fun and straightforward once you get the hang of the pattern! Arabic numbers have consistent rules, making it easier to learn, even for beginners.

Here’s a complete guide to mastering this skill, with tables for each set of ten. Whether you’re learning Arabic for school, travel, or just for fun, knowing how to count is a great way to start.

0 to 10 in Arabic

Ten

The numbers 1 to 10 are the foundation for counting in Arabic. These are unique words you’ll need to memorize:

NumberArabic NumeralArabic WordPronunciation
0٠صفرSifir
1١واحدWahid
2٢اثنينEthneen
3٣ثلاثةThalatha
4٤أربعةArba3a
5٥خمسةKhamsa
6٦ستةSetta
7٧سبعةSab3a
8٨ثمانيةThamania
9٩تسعةTes3a
10١٠عشرة3ashra

Practice these numbers regularly—they’ll come in handy when forming larger numbers.

11 to 20 in Arabic

Numbers 11 through 20 follow specific patterns but are also unique. Here’s how they look:

NumberArabic NumeralArabic WordPronunciation
11١١أحد عشرAhada 3ashara
12١٢اثنا عشرIthna 3ashara
13١٣ثلاثة عشرThalatha 3ashara
14١٤أربعة عشرArba3a 3ashara
15١٥خمسة عشرKhamsa 3ashara
16١٦ستة عشرSitta 3ashara
17١٧سبعة عشرSab3a 3ashara
18١٨ثمانية عشرThamaniya 3ashara
19١٩تسعة عشرTis3a 3ashara
20٢٠عشرين3ishreen

Notice how “3ashara” (meaning “ten”) is added to the base numbers from 3 to 9.

Counting by Tens: 20 to 100 in Arabic

100 in Arabic

Once you’ve mastered the basics, counting by tens becomes easy. These numbers have a consistent “-een” ending:

NumberArabic NumeralArabic WordPronunciation
20٢٠عشرون3ishreen
30٣٠ثلاثينThalaatheen
40٤٠أربعينArba3een
50٥٠خمسينKhamseen
60٦٠ستينSitteen
70٧٠سبعينSab3een
80٨٠ثمانينThamaaneen
90٩٠تسعينTis3een
100١٠٠مئةMiya

Combining Numbers: 21 to 99 in Arabic

For numbers between 21 and 99, Arabic uses a simple structure: the ones digit comes first, followed by the tens digit, connected by “و” (wa), meaning “and.”

For example:

  • 21: واحد وعشرين (Waahid wa 3ishreen)
  • 32: اثنان وثلاثين (Ethneen wa thalaatheen)
  • 57: سبعة وخمسين (Sab3a wa khamseen)

This pattern applies to all numbers in this range. Practice by combining the single digits with the tens.

Why Learn Numbers in Arabic?

Learning numbers helps with many practical situations, like reading prices, dates, or addresses. It also deepens your understanding of Arabic grammar and vocabulary. Plus, saying “100 in Arabic” just sounds cool!

How Mezan Institute Can Help

Mezan Institute

Mezan Institute offers a structured and engaging way to learn Arabic, including counting. Our expert and native teachers and interactive methods make learning fun for all ages.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or polishing your skills, Mezan can guide you to master counting to 100 and beyond through online sessions or in-person classes.

In a matter of a few months, Mezan will ensure that you’re able to:

FAQs

Q: Is counting in Arabic hard?
Not at all! Once you understand the pattern, especially with the tens, it becomes quite easy.

Q: Do I need to learn different dialects for counting?
No! Counting is the same across Arabic dialects, though pronunciations might vary slightly.

Q: What’s the easiest way to practice?
Write numbers in Arabic alongside their pronunciation and practice saying them daily. Apps and tutors, like Mezan, can also help.

Mastering how to say “100 in Arabic” is an essential step in your language journey. Stick with it, and soon, you’ll be counting like a pro! For additional help, explore courses like those at Mezan Institute to make learning enjoyable and effective.

What are you waiting for? Join one of our classes at Mezan Institute and launch your Arabic learning journey right now!