Understanding Bulgarian Numerals
In Bulgarian, numerals are words that are used to count things or show the order of things. Just like in English, numerals can be written in two ways: as words or as digits.
Important Points
- Cardinal Numerals
- Ordinal Numerals
- Gender Agreement
- Plural Forms
Cardinal numerals are used to count things. They tell us 'how many' of something there is. For example, one, two, and three are cardinal numerals.
Examples
- един ябълка
- две котки
- три кучета
Ordinal numerals show the position or order of things. They tell us 'which one' in a sequence, like first, second, and third.
Examples
- първи ден
- втори етаж
- трети клас
In Bulgarian, numerals change form depending on the gender of the noun they are describing. This means that the word for 'two' can look different if you are talking about boys or girls.
When using numerals with nouns, sometimes the noun will change to its plural form. This is similar to how in English we say 'two cats' instead of 'two cat'.
By understanding these rules, you can use Bulgarian numerals correctly. Practice with different nouns and numbers to get better!