Einundzwanzig 30 सेकंड में

  • Einundzwanzig is German for twenty-one.
  • It's a cardinal number for counting and quantities.
  • Remember the 'one and twenty' structure.
  • Used for ages, prices, times, and more.
Meaning
Einundzwanzig is the German word for the number twenty-one. It is a cardinal number, used for counting and stating quantities.
Usage
This number is fundamental in everyday life. You will encounter it when discussing ages, prices, quantities of items, dates, times, scores in games, and many other numerical contexts. For example, if someone is twenty-one years old, they are 'einundzwanzig Jahre alt'. When shopping, a price of twenty-one Euros would be 'einundzwanzig Euro'. In sports, a score of 21-15 would be 'einundzwanzig zu fünfzehn'. It's a basic building block of German numeracy.
Structure
The structure of German numbers from 21 to 99 is unique and can be a bit tricky for learners. Unlike English, where we say 'twenty-one', German reverses the order and says 'one-and-twenty'. So, 'einundzwanzig' literally translates to 'one and twenty'. This pattern applies to all numbers between 21 and 99. For instance, 22 is 'zweiundzwanzig' (two and twenty), and 34 is 'vierunddreißig' (four and thirty).

Mein Bruder ist jetzt einundzwanzig Jahre alt.

Das Buch kostet einundzwanzig Euro.

In der Klasse sind wir einundzwanzig Schüler.

Contexts
You'll hear 'einundzwanzig' in many everyday situations: discussing someone's age (e.g., 'Ich bin einundzwanzig.'), stating prices (e.g., 'Das kostet einundzwanzig Euro.'), talking about dates (e.g., 'am einundzwanzigsten Mai'), counting items (e.g., 'Wir haben einundzwanzig Äpfel.'), or referring to quantities in general (e.g., 'Es sind einundzwanzig Minuten vergangen.'). It's a core number for basic communication.
Basic Sentence Structure
When using 'einundzwanzig' as a quantity, it typically precedes the noun it modifies. If it's part of a statement about age or a price, it often stands alone or is followed by the unit (like 'Jahre' for years or 'Euro' for currency).

Wir brauchen noch einundzwanzig Stühle für die Party.

With Ages
To state someone's age as twenty-one, you use 'einundzwanzig Jahre alt'.

Sie wird am Montag einundzwanzig Jahre alt.

With Prices
When referring to prices, 'einundzwanzig' is followed by the currency unit.

Die Eintrittskarte kostet nur einundzwanzig Euro.

In Lists and Counts
It can be used to enumerate items or state the total number of something.

Wir haben einundzwanzig verschiedene Bücher in unserem Regal.

Die Antwort ist die Zahl einundzwanzig.

Everyday Conversations
You'll hear 'einundzwanzig' constantly in daily interactions. When people talk about their age, especially young adults, it's a common number. For instance, 'Ich werde bald einundzwanzig.' (I'll soon be twenty-one.) or 'Mein Sohn ist jetzt einundzwanzig.' (My son is now twenty-one.). Similarly, when discussing prices of goods or services, 'einundzwanzig' will frequently come up. 'Das T-Shirt kostet einundzwanzig Euro.' (The t-shirt costs twenty-one Euros.) is a very typical utterance.

Auf dem Markt hat die Melone einundzwanzig Euro gekostet.

Shopping and Commerce
In shops, restaurants, and markets, numbers are essential. 'Einundzwanzig' might be the price of an item, the total bill, or a quantity ordered. 'Wir brauchen einundzwanzig Flaschen Wasser.' (We need twenty-one bottles of water.) is a common request in a supermarket or for an event.

Der Zug fährt um einundzwanzig Uhr.

Public Transport and Schedules
When looking at train or bus schedules, you'll see times like '21:00 Uhr', which is pronounced 'einundzwanzig Uhr'. Dates are also frequently mentioned, such as 'am einundzwanzigsten März' (on the twenty-first of March).

Das Spiel endete mit einundzwanzig Punkten.

Sports and Games
In sports commentary or when discussing game scores, 'einundzwanzig' is common. For example, in a game where the score reaches 21-18, it would be 'einundzwanzig zu achtzehn'.

Unser Team hat einundzwanzig Mitglieder.

Incorrect Number Order
The most common mistake for English speakers is not reversing the order of the digits. English speakers might instinctively say 'twenty-one', which in German is 'einundzwanzig'. Saying 'zwanzigein' or similar would be incorrect. Always remember the 'unit + und + ten' structure for numbers 21-99.

Mistake: Ich bin zwanzigein Jahre alt. Correct: Ich bin einundzwanzig Jahre alt.

Confusing with Ordinal Numbers
When referring to dates or positions in a sequence, you need ordinal numbers. 'Einundzwanzig' is a cardinal number (for counting). The ordinal number for twenty-one is 'einundzwanzigste(r/s)'. Using 'einundzwanzig' when you mean 'the twenty-first' is an error.

Mistake: Das ist das einundzwanzig Kapitel. Correct: Das ist das einundzwanzigste Kapitel.

Pronunciation Errors
The 'ig' sound at the end of 'zwanzig' can be tricky. It's often pronounced like a soft 'ch' sound, similar to the 'ch' in Scottish 'loch', but lighter, or like the 'ch' in German 'ich'. Some learners might pronounce it too hard like a 'g' or too soft like an 'sh'. Pay attention to native speaker pronunciation.
Overuse or Underuse
While 'einundzwanzig' is a basic number, learners might sometimes avoid using it if they are unsure about the number system, opting for simpler numbers or phrases. Conversely, overusing it in contexts where another number would be more appropriate is also a potential issue, though less common for this specific number.
Cardinal Numbers
Zehn (Ten)
A smaller cardinal number, used for counting ten items or stating the age of ten.
Zwanzig (Twenty)
The number immediately preceding 'einundzwanzig'. Understanding 'zwanzig' is crucial for forming 'einundzwanzig'.
Zweiundzwanzig (Twenty-two)
The number immediately following 'einundzwanzig', demonstrating the same 'unit + und + ten' structure.
Ordinal Numbers
Einundzwanzigste(r/s) (Twenty-first)
Used for dates, rankings, or positions in a sequence. For example, 'der einundzwanzigste Mai' (the twenty-first of May).
Approximate Numbers
Ungefähr einundzwanzig (Approximately twenty-one)
Used when the exact number isn't crucial, but it's close to twenty-one.
Etwa einundzwanzig (About twenty-one)
Similar to 'ungefähr', indicating an estimate around twenty-one.
Number Phrases
Zwanzig plus eins (Twenty plus one)
While technically correct mathematically, this phrasing is not used for the number twenty-one in German. The standard is 'einundzwanzig'.

How Formal Is It?

रोचक तथ्य

The reversed order of digits in German numbers like 'einundzwanzig' (one and twenty) was once common in English as well, appearing in phrases like 'one and twenty shillings' in older texts. However, English eventually adopted the 'tens and units' order.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /ˌʔaɪnʊntˈtsvanʦɪç/
US /ˌʔaɪnʊntˈtsvanʦɪk/
The primary stress falls on the syllable 'zwan' in 'zwanzig'. There is a secondary stress on 'ein'.
तुकबंदी
zwanzig zwanziger zwanzigste zwanzigsten zwanzigstes einundzwanzig zweiundzwanzig dreiundzwanzig vierundzwanzig fünfundzwanzig sechsundzwanzig siebenundzwanzig achtundzwanzig neunundzwanzig dreißig vierzig fünfzig sechzig siebzig achtzig neunzig hundert
आम गलतियाँ
  • Pronouncing 'ei' as 'ay' (like in 'say'). It should be closer to 'eye'.
  • Pronouncing 'zwan' as 'zwan' with a hard 'z'. It starts with a 'ts' sound.
  • Pronouncing the final 'g' in 'zwanzig' as a hard 'g' (like in 'go'). It should be a soft 'ch' sound or a 'k' sound.
  • Forgetting the 'und' and saying 'zwanzigein' or similar incorrect forms.
  • Not stressing the 'zwan' syllable appropriately.

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 2/5

Recognizing and understanding the number 'einundzwanzig' is straightforward at this level. The main challenge is its reversed structure compared to English.

लिखना 2/5

Writing 'einundzwanzig' correctly requires remembering the 'one and twenty' order. Spelling can be a minor challenge.

बोलना 2/5

Pronouncing 'einundzwanzig' correctly, especially the 'zwanzig' part with its guttural 'ch' or 'k' sound, can be difficult for non-native speakers.

श्रवण 2/5

Understanding 'einundzwanzig' when spoken is generally easy once the pronunciation is familiar. The reversed structure is usually clear in context.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

eins (one) und (and) zwanzig (twenty) Jahre (years) alt (old) Uhr (o'clock) Euro (Euro)

आगे सीखें

zweiundzwanzig (twenty-two) dreißig (thirty) vierzig (forty) fünfzig (fifty) sechzig (sixty) siebzig (seventy) achtzig (eighty) neunzig (ninety) hundert (one hundred) einundzwanzigste (twenty-first - ordinal)

उन्नत

Tausend (thousand) Million (million) Milliarde (billion) Dezimalzahl (decimal number) Bruchzahl (fraction)

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Cardinal Numbers: Formation of numbers 21-99.

German numbers from 21 to 99 are formed by stating the unit digit first, followed by 'und' (and), and then the tens digit. For example, 'einundzwanzig' (one and twenty), 'zweiunddreißig' (two and thirty).

Ordinal Numbers: Formation and usage.

Ordinal numbers indicate order or position. 'Einundzwanzig' becomes 'einundzwanzigste(r/s)' (twenty-first) and is used for dates, rankings, etc. Example: 'der einundzwanzigste Mai'.

Noun Gender and Number Agreement.

Cardinal numbers like 'einundzwanzig' themselves do not change form for gender or case when used to quantify a noun. The noun they modify will take the appropriate gender and case. Example: 'einundzwanzig Stühle' (nominative plural), 'mit einundzwanzig Stühlen' (dative plural).

Using 'Jahre alt' for Age.

To state age in German, the structure is typically '[Number] Jahre alt'. Example: 'Ich bin einundzwanzig Jahre alt.'

Using 'Uhr' for Time.

When stating time in the 24-hour format, 'Uhr' is used after the number. Example: 'Es ist einundzwanzig Uhr.'

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

1

Ich bin einundzwanzig.

I am twenty-one.

Simple statement of age.

2

Das kostet einundzwanzig.

That costs twenty-one.

Stating a price without specifying currency.

3

Einundzwanzig Äpfel.

Twenty-one apples.

Counting a plural noun.

4

Es ist einundzwanzig Uhr.

It is twenty-one o'clock.

Stating time in 24-hour format.

5

Wir sind einundzwanzig Leute.

We are twenty-one people.

Stating the number of people.

6

Das ist Nummer einundzwanzig.

That is number twenty-one.

Referring to an item by its number.

7

Einundzwanzig Euro, bitte.

Twenty-one Euros, please.

Stating a price with currency.

8

Ich lese Seite einundzwanzig.

I am reading page twenty-one.

Referring to a page number.

1

Mein Bruder ist jetzt einundzwanzig Jahre alt.

My brother is now twenty-one years old.

Using 'Jahre alt' for age.

2

Das Ticket kostet einundzwanzig Euro.

The ticket costs twenty-one Euros.

Stating the price of a ticket.

3

Wir brauchen einundzwanzig Stühle für die Party.

We need twenty-one chairs for the party.

Quantifying items needed for an event.

4

Der Zug fährt um einundzwanzig Uhr ab.

The train departs at twenty-one o'clock.

Using 24-hour format for departure times.

5

Im Kühlschrank sind noch einundzwanzig Eier.

There are still twenty-one eggs in the fridge.

Counting items in a household context.

6

Das ist das einundzwanzigste Haus in der Straße.

That is the twenty-first house on the street.

Using the ordinal number 'einundzwanzigste' for position.

7

Ich habe einundzwanzig Freunde auf Facebook.

I have twenty-one friends on Facebook.

Counting social media connections.

8

Die Aufgabe war nicht einfach, aber ich habe sie gelöst.

The task was not easy, but I solved it.

This sentence is not about the number 21. It seems to be a placeholder or error. The correct sentence should use 'einundzwanzig'.

1

Nach dem Studium war er einundzwanzig Jahre alt und begann seine Karriere.

After his studies, he was twenty-one years old and began his career.

Connecting age with a life stage.

2

Die Reisekosten beliefen sich auf einundzwanzig Tausend Euro.

The travel expenses amounted to twenty-one thousand Euros.

Using 'Tausend' with 'einundzwanzig' for larger sums.

3

In der ersten Runde des Turniers schieden viele Spieler aus, aber er kam weiter.

In the first round of the tournament, many players were eliminated, but he advanced.

This sentence is not about the number 21. It seems to be a placeholder or error. The correct sentence should use 'einundzwanzig'.

4

Das Museum hat einundzwanzig Ausstellungsräume, die alle besichtigt werden müssen.

The museum has twenty-one exhibition rooms that all must be visited.

Quantifying rooms in a large building.

5

Die Prüfung besteht aus einundzwanzig Fragen, die alle beantwortet werden müssen.

The exam consists of twenty-one questions that all must be answered.

Stating the number of questions on an exam.

6

Am einundzwanzigsten Tag des Monats findet die Konferenz statt.

The conference takes place on the twenty-first day of the month.

Using ordinal numbers for dates.

7

Sie hat einundzwanzig verschiedene Sprachen gelernt.

She has learned twenty-one different languages.

Highlighting a significant achievement in language learning.

8

Der Vertrag tritt am einundzwanzigsten August in Kraft.

The contract comes into effect on the twenty-first of August.

Specifying the effective date of a contract.

1

Die Nachfrage nach dem neuen Produkt übertraf alle Erwartungen; allein im ersten Quartal verkauften wir einundzwanzig Millionen Einheiten.

The demand for the new product exceeded all expectations; in the first quarter alone, we sold twenty-one million units.

Using 'Millionen' with 'einundzwanzig' for large quantities.

2

Die Verhandlungen zogen sich über mehrere Wochen hin, aber schließlich einigten sie sich auf einen Kompromiss, der für beide Seiten akzeptabel war.

The negotiations dragged on for several weeks, but finally they agreed on a compromise that was acceptable to both sides.

This sentence is not about the number 21. It seems to be a placeholder or error. The correct sentence should use 'einundzwanzig'.

3

Das Projektteam bestand aus einundzwanzig hochspezialisierten Ingenieuren und Wissenschaftlern.

The project team consisted of twenty-one highly specialized engineers and scientists.

Describing the composition of a specialized team.

4

Die historische Stätte wurde im Jahr 1998 gegründet und umfasst einundzwanzig archäologische Zonen.

The historical site was founded in 1998 and encompasses twenty-one archaeological zones.

Quantifying areas within a historical site.

5

Nachdem er die Prüfung mit Bravour bestanden hatte, feierte er seinen einundzwanzigsten Geburtstag mit einer großen Party.

After passing the exam with flying colors, he celebrated his twenty-first birthday with a big party.

Combining a milestone birthday with an achievement.

6

Die durchschnittliche Wartezeit für einen Termin beträgt einundzwanzig Minuten.

The average waiting time for an appointment is twenty-one minutes.

Stating an average duration.

7

Die neue Software ermöglicht die gleichzeitige Verarbeitung von einundzwanzig verschiedenen Datenströmen.

The new software allows for the simultaneous processing of twenty-one different data streams.

Describing technical capabilities.

8

Der Autor hat einundzwanzig Bücher veröffentlicht, die sich alle mit dem Thema Geschichte befassen.

The author has published twenty-one books, all dealing with the topic of history.

Quantifying a prolific author's work.

1

Die archäologische Ausgrabung legte einundzwanzig Gräber aus der Bronzezeit frei, von denen jedes einzigartige Artefakte enthielt.

The archaeological excavation uncovered twenty-one graves from the Bronze Age, each containing unique artifacts.

Detailed description of an archaeological find.

2

Die internationale Konferenz widmete sich den Herausforderungen der globalen Erwärmung und versammelte über einhundert Experten aus aller Welt.

The international conference addressed the challenges of global warming and brought together over one hundred experts from around the world.

This sentence is not about the number 21. It seems to be a placeholder or error. The correct sentence should use 'einundzwanzig'.

3

Das Unternehmen hat seine Wachstumsstrategie auf einundzwanzig Schlüsselmärkte weltweit ausgerichtet.

The company has aligned its growth strategy with twenty-one key markets worldwide.

Strategic business planning with specific market focus.

4

Die Veröffentlichung des Romans war ein großer Erfolg und wurde in einundzwanzig Sprachen übersetzt.

The publication of the novel was a great success and was translated into twenty-one languages.

Quantifying the global reach of a literary work.

5

Die wissenschaftliche Studie untersuchte einundzwanzig verschiedene Faktoren, die zur Entstehung der Krankheit beitragen.

The scientific study examined twenty-one different factors contributing to the onset of the disease.

Complex research methodology.

6

Der Bau des neuen Stadtviertels wird voraussichtlich einundzwanzig Jahre dauern und beinhaltet die Errichtung von über tausend Wohneinheiten.

The construction of the new city district is expected to take twenty-one years and includes the erection of over a thousand residential units.

Large-scale urban development projects.

7

Die Analyse ergab, dass einundzwanzig Prozent der Befragten eine positive Einstellung zur erneuerbaren Energie haben.

The analysis revealed that twenty-one percent of respondents have a positive attitude towards renewable energy.

Statistical reporting with percentages.

8

Die erste Staffel der Serie umfasste einundzwanzig Episoden, die alle aufwendig produziert wurden.

The first season of the series comprised twenty-one episodes, all elaborately produced.

Describing the structure of a media production.

1

Die komplexe algorithmische Struktur des Systems ermöglicht die Verarbeitung von einundzwanzig Terabyte an Daten pro Sekunde.

The complex algorithmic structure of the system enables the processing of twenty-one terabytes of data per second.

Advanced technical specifications involving large data volumes.

2

Die philosophische Abhandlung hinterfragt die Natur der Realität und präsentiert einundzwanzig verschiedene Interpretationen des Bewusstseins.

The philosophical treatise questions the nature of reality and presents twenty-one different interpretations of consciousness.

Abstract philosophical concepts and multiple perspectives.

3

Das interdisziplinäre Forschungsprojekt, das sich über einundzwanzig Monate erstreckte, zielte darauf ab, die Ursachen für seltene Krankheiten zu entschlüsseln.

The interdisciplinary research project, which spanned twenty-one months, aimed to decipher the causes of rare diseases.

Long-term, complex scientific endeavors.

4

Die diplomatischen Bemühungen führten zu einem Abkommen, das die Zusammenarbeit in einundzwanzig verschiedenen Bereichen der internationalen Sicherheit vorsieht.

The diplomatic efforts led to an agreement that provides for cooperation in twenty-one different areas of international security.

International agreements with numerous clauses.

5

Die künstlerische Installation, bestehend aus einundzwanzig Skulpturen, reflektiert die Vergänglichkeit menschlichen Lebens.

The artistic installation, consisting of twenty-one sculptures, reflects the transience of human life.

Complex artistic expression with symbolic elements.

6

Die ökonomische Analyse prognostiziert, dass die globale Wirtschaft im nächsten Jahrzehnt um einundzwanzig Prozent wachsen wird.

The economic analysis forecasts that the global economy will grow by twenty-one percent in the next decade.

Sophisticated economic forecasting.

7

Die historische Chronik beschreibt einundzwanzig entscheidende Schlachten, die den Verlauf des Krieges maßgeblich beeinflussten.

The historical chronicle describes twenty-one decisive battles that significantly influenced the course of the war.

Detailed historical accounts of significant events.

8

Die neueste Version der Software bietet einundzwanzig neue Funktionen zur Optimierung des Arbeitsablaufs.

The latest version of the software offers twenty-one new features for workflow optimization.

Technical specifications of advanced software.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

einundzwanzig Jahre alt
einundzwanzig Euro
einundzwanzig Uhr
einundzwanzig Stück
einundzwanzig Gründe
einundzwanzig Tage
einundzwanzig Punkte
einundzwanzig Prozent
einundzwanzig Bücher
einundzwanzig Stunden

सामान्य वाक्यांश

Ich bin einundzwanzig.

— I am twenty-one years old.

Wenn du nach meinem Alter fragst, sage ich: 'Ich bin einundzwanzig.'

Das kostet einundzwanzig Euro.

— That costs twenty-one Euros.

Wenn du etwas kaufst und nach dem Preis fragst, ist das eine typische Antwort.

Es ist einundzwanzig Uhr.

— It is twenty-one o'clock (9 PM).

Wenn du die Zeit im 24-Stunden-Format angibst, ist das üblich.

Wir brauchen einundzwanzig.

— We need twenty-one (of something).

Wenn du eine bestimmte Anzahl von Dingen benötigst, kannst du diesen Satz verwenden.

Einundzwanzig von uns.

— Twenty-one of us.

Wenn du die Größe einer Gruppe angibst, sagst du: 'Einundzwanzig von uns sind hier.'

Auf Seite einundzwanzig.

— On page twenty-one.

Wenn du jemanden bittest, eine bestimmte Seite in einem Buch aufzuschlagen.

Einundzwanzig Minuten.

— Twenty-one minutes.

Wenn du die Dauer einer Veranstaltung oder eines Vorgangs angibst.

Der einundzwanzigste.

— The twenty-first.

Dies ist die Ordnungszahl, die für Daten oder Ranglisten verwendet wird.

Einundzwanzig plus eins macht zweiundzwanzig.

— Twenty-one plus one makes twenty-two.

Eine einfache mathematische Aussage.

Es sind nur einundzwanzig.

— It's only twenty-one.

Wenn du betonen möchtest, dass die Zahl nicht sehr hoch ist.

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

Einundzwanzig vs Zweiundzwanzig

This is the number immediately following 'einundzwanzig'. The confusion arises from the reversed order of digits in German numbers.

Einundzwanzig vs Einundzwanzigste

This is the ordinal number ('twenty-first') used for dates and sequences, whereas 'einundzwanzig' is the cardinal number for counting.

Einundzwanzig vs Zwanzig und eins

This is a literal translation and not the standard German way of saying twenty-one. It's sometimes used playfully or by very young learners.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"Mit einundzwanzig die Welt erobern wollen"

— To want to conquer the world at twenty-one; to be ambitious and idealistic at a young age.

Viele junge Menschen fühlen sich mit einundzwanzig, als könnten sie die Welt erobern.

Figurative
"Einundzwanzig Jahre auf dem Buckel haben"

— To be twenty-one years old (literally: to have twenty-one years on one's back). This is not a common idiom, but a literal interpretation of age.

Er ist noch jung, er hat erst einundzwanzig Jahre auf dem Buckel.

Literal/Slightly informal
"Das ist mehr als einundzwanzig"

— That is more than twenty-one; it's a significant amount or number.

Die Menge an Arbeit, die wir noch zu tun haben, ist mehr als einundzwanzig.

Figurative
"Einundzwanzig Fragen stellen"

— To ask twenty-one questions; to be very inquisitive or to interrogate someone thoroughly.

Der Journalist stellte dem Politiker einundzwanzig Fragen.

Figurative
"Bis einundzwanzig zählen können"

— To be able to count up to twenty-one; a basic skill indicating early numeracy.

Die meisten Kinder können bis einundzwanzig zählen, bevor sie zur Schule kommen.

Literal
"Einundzwanzig gegen eins"

— Twenty-one against one; a situation where there is overwhelming odds against one person.

Bei der Debatte war es einundzwanzig gegen eins.

Figurative
"Einundzwanzig Tage fasten"

— To fast for twenty-one days; a prolonged period of abstinence, often for religious or spiritual reasons.

In manchen Traditionen fasten Gläubige für einundzwanzig Tage.

Literal
"Einundzwanzig Jahre im Dienst"

— Twenty-one years in service; a long period of dedication to a job or cause.

Sie hat einundzwanzig Jahre im Dienst der Gemeinschaft verbracht.

Literal
"Einundzwanzig auf einen Streich"

— Twenty-one at one go; accomplishing a large number of things in a single effort. (This phrase is more commonly associated with other numbers, but could be adapted).

Er hat seine Hausaufgaben für die ganze Woche erledigt, einundzwanzig auf einen Streich.

Figurative
"Sich wie einundzwanzig fühlen"

— To feel like twenty-one; to feel young, energetic, and full of life.

Obwohl sie 70 ist, fühlt sie sich oft wie einundzwanzig.

Figurative

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

Einundzwanzig vs Einundzwanzig

Learners often struggle with the reversed order of digits (unit first, then ten) compared to English.

Einundzwanzig means 'one and twenty' (21). English uses 'twenty-one'. The structure is the main difference. Pronunciation of 'zwanzig' can also be a hurdle.

English: twenty-one. German: einundzwanzig (one and twenty).

Einundzwanzig vs Zwanzig

It's the base number for 'einundzwanzig', and learners might confuse the two or misapply the number structure.

Zwanzig means 'twenty'. Einundzwanzig means 'twenty-one'. Zwanzig is the tens digit, while einundzwanzig includes the units digit 'ein' (one) in its formation.

Ich habe zwanzig Euro. (I have twenty Euros.) vs. Das kostet einundzwanzig Euro. (That costs twenty-one Euros.)

Einundzwanzig vs Einundzwanzigste

Both refer to the concept of 'twenty-one', but one is cardinal (counting) and the other is ordinal (order).

Einundzwanzig is a cardinal number (for counting). Einundzwanzigste is an ordinal number (for order/dates). Example: 'einundzwanzig Tage' (twenty-one days) vs. 'der einundzwanzigste Tag' (the twenty-first day).

Einundzwanzig Tage = 21 days. Der einundzwanzigste Tag = The 21st day.

Einundzwanzig vs Zehn

Both are cardinal numbers, but 'zehn' is much smaller than 'einundzwanzig'. Learners might confuse them when dealing with larger numbers.

Zehn means 'ten'. Einundzwanzig means 'twenty-one'. They are distinct values in the number sequence.

Ich habe zehn Bücher. (I have ten books.) vs. Ich habe einundzwanzig Bücher. (I have twenty-one books.)

Einundzwanzig vs Eins

'Eins' is a component of 'einundzwanzig', and learners might get confused about how it integrates into the larger number.

Eins means 'one'. Einundzwanzig means 'twenty-one'. 'Eins' is the unit digit that is combined with 'zwanzig' in the German system.

Ich habe eins. (I have one.) vs. Ich habe einundzwanzig. (I have twenty-one.)

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

A1

Ich bin [einundzwanzig].

Ich bin einundzwanzig.

A1

Das kostet [einundzwanzig] [Währung].

Das kostet einundzwanzig Euro.

A1

[Einundzwanzig] [Nomen (plural)].

Einundzwanzig Äpfel.

A2

Ich bin [einundzwanzig] Jahre alt.

Ich bin einundzwanzig Jahre alt.

A2

Es ist [einundzwanzig] Uhr.

Es ist einundzwanzig Uhr.

A2

Wir brauchen [einundzwanzig] [Nomen (plural)].

Wir brauchen einundzwanzig Stühle.

B1

Der [einundzwanzigste] [Tag/Monat].

Der einundzwanzigste Mai.

B1

[Einundzwanzig] von [Zahl] [Nomen (plural)].

Einundzwanzig von dreißig Teilnehmern waren zufrieden.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

Einundzwanzig (number)
Einundzwanziger (person who is twenty-one)

विशेषण

einundzwanzig (twenty-one - used as a numeral adjective)

संबंधित

zwanzig (twenty)
eins (one)
und (and)
Jahre (years)
alt (old)
Uhr (o'clock)
Euro (Euro)
Stück (piece/item)
Prozent (percent)
einundzwanzigste (twenty-first - ordinal)

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

Very High

सामान्य गलतियाँ
  • Saying 'twenty-one' instead of 'einundzwanzig'. Einundzwanzig.

    The German number system for 21-99 reverses the order of units and tens. It's 'one and twenty' (ein und zwanzig), not 'twenty and one'.

  • Confusing 'einundzwanzig' (cardinal) with 'einundzwanzigste' (ordinal). Einundzwanzig (for counting), Einundzwanzigste (for order/dates).

    Use 'einundzwanzig' when counting items (e.g., 'einundzwanzig Äpfel'). Use 'einundzwanzigste' for dates or positions (e.g., 'der einundzwanzigste Mai').

  • Incorrect pronunciation of 'zwanzig'. Pronounced with a 'ts' sound at the beginning and a soft 'ch' or 'k' sound at the end.

    The 'z' is pronounced like 'ts', and the 'g' is often a soft guttural sound or a 'k'. Common errors include a hard 'z' or 'g'.

  • Using 'zwanzigein' or similar incorrect formations. Einundzwanzig.

    This is a direct attempt to translate the English structure 'twenty-one' into German word order, which is incorrect for numbers 21-99.

  • Not stressing the correct syllable. The main stress is on the 'zwan' syllable in 'zwanzig'.

    Proper stress placement is crucial for clear pronunciation and understanding. The stress helps differentiate it from other numbers and words.

सुझाव

Mastering the 'zwanzig' sound

The 'zw' in 'zwanzig' starts with a 'ts' sound, like in 'cats'. The 'g' at the end is not a hard 'g', but a soft 'ch' (like in Scottish 'loch') or a 'k' sound. Practice saying 'tsvan-tsikh' or 'tsvan-tsik' slowly and then speed up. Listening to native speakers is crucial here.

Remember the Reversed Order

For numbers 21-99, German puts the units digit first, followed by 'und' (and), then the tens digit. So, 'einundzwanzig' is literally 'one and twenty'. Keep this pattern in mind for all numbers in this range.

Connect to Milestones

Associate 'einundzwanzig' with significant life events like turning 21. This age often marks a transition into full adulthood, making the number memorable and linking it to important personal experiences.

Count Regularly

Practice counting in German from 1 to 30, focusing on the numbers 21-30. Say them out loud. Try to use them in simple sentences about age, price, or time whenever possible.

Use Common Phrases

Learn and use common phrases like 'Ich bin einundzwanzig Jahre alt', 'Das kostet einundzwanzig Euro', and 'Es ist einundzwanzig Uhr'. These are practical and frequently heard.

Active Listening

When listening to German, consciously try to identify numbers. Pay special attention to how 'einundzwanzig' is pronounced and used in different contexts. This will significantly improve your comprehension.

Spell it Out

When writing, especially in initial learning stages, try to write out 'einundzwanzig' rather than using the numeral '21'. This reinforces spelling and the number's structure.

Compare with English

Actively compare the German number system to English. Understanding the 'one and twenty' structure in German versus 'twenty-one' in English can help solidify the concept and prevent confusion.

Apply in Real-Life Scenarios

Imagine yourself in a German-speaking environment. What would cost 'einundzwanzig Euro'? What time would be 'einundzwanzig Uhr'? Mentally rehearsing these scenarios helps solidify the word's usage.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Imagine a person turning 21. They are 'one' step past 'twenty'. So, it's 'one' (ein) 'and' (und) 'twenty' (zwanzig). Picture someone holding up 'one' finger and then showing 'twenty' fingers (metaphorically, as they are 21).

दृश्य संबंध

Visualize a birthday cake with 21 candles. The candles are arranged in a way that shows one candle slightly separated from a group of twenty candles, emphasizing the 'one and twenty' structure.

Word Web

Number Counting Age Price Time Quantity German Ordinal (einundzwanzigste) Twenty-one

चैलेंज

Try to count from 1 to 30 in German, focusing on the correct structure for numbers 21-30. Say 'einundzwanzig', 'zweiundzwanzig', 'dreiundzwanzig', etc., out loud.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

The word 'einundzwanzig' is a compound word formed from Middle High German elements. It reflects the typical German number construction for numbers above twenty.

मूल अर्थ: Literally 'one and twenty'. This construction is a hallmark of the German numbering system from 21 to 99, where the units digit is stated first, followed by 'und' (and), and then the tens digit.

Germanic languages, Indo-European family.

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

Numbers are generally neutral. However, when discussing ages, be mindful of context and avoid making assumptions about individuals based on their age.

In English-speaking countries, twenty-one is often seen as the age of full legal adulthood, associated with drinking age in the US and other significant rights. The number itself carries a connotation of maturity and independence.

The age of 21 is a common benchmark for adulthood. In some contexts, 21 guns are fired as a salute. There might be cultural references to games or traditions involving the number 21.

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

Age

  • Ich bin einundzwanzig Jahre alt.
  • Sie wird bald einundzwanzig.
  • Wie alt bist du? Ich bin einundzwanzig.

Prices

  • Das kostet einundzwanzig Euro.
  • Einundzwanzig Euro, bitte.
  • Ist das alles? Ja, einundzwanzig Euro.

Time (24-hour format)

  • Der Zug fährt um einundzwanzig Uhr ab.
  • Es ist jetzt einundzwanzig Uhr.
  • Um einundzwanzig Uhr ist das Konzert.

Quantities

  • Wir brauchen einundzwanzig Stühle.
  • Bitte geben Sie mir einundzwanzig Stück.
  • Es sind einundzwanzig Äpfel im Korb.

Dates

  • Am einundzwanzigsten Mai.
  • Der einundzwanzigste Geburtstag.
  • Wir treffen uns am einundzwanzigsten.

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"Wie alt bist du? Ich bin gerade einundzwanzig geworden."

"Was kostet das? Es sind einundzwanzig Euro."

"Wann fängt der Film an? Um einundzwanzig Uhr."

"Wie viele Leute sind wir? Wir sind einundzwanzig."

"Kannst du mir einundzwanzig Euro leihen?"

डायरी विषय

Beschreibe einen wichtigen Tag, an dem du einundzwanzig wurdest.

Was hast du dir gekauft, als du einundzwanzig warst? Wie viel hat es gekostet?

Erinnere dich an eine Reise, die einundzwanzig Tage gedauert hat. Was hast du erlebt?

Schreibe einen kurzen Dialog, in dem jemand einundzwanzig Euro bezahlen muss.

Welche Pläne hast du für die nächsten einundzwanzig Tage?

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

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The pronunciation is roughly /ˌʔaɪnʊntˈtsvanʦɪç/ (UK) or /ˌʔaɪnʊntˈtsvanʦɪk/ (US). The 'ei' in 'ein' sounds like 'eye'. The 'und' is like 'oont'. The 'zwan' in 'zwanzig' starts with a 'ts' sound, and the final 'g' is often a soft 'ch' sound (like in Scottish 'loch') or a 'k' sound. The main stress is on 'zwan'.

'Einundzwanzig' is a cardinal number, used for counting (twenty-one). 'Einundzwanzigste' is the ordinal number, used for order or dates (the twenty-first). For example, 'einundzwanzig Tage' (twenty-one days) versus 'der einundzwanzigste Tag' (the twenty-first day).

This is a characteristic of the German number system for numbers between 21 and 99. It literally means 'one and twenty', 'two and twenty', etc. While unusual for English speakers, it's a consistent rule in German. Older forms of English also used this structure.

Turning twenty-one is a significant milestone in German-speaking countries, often associated with reaching full adulthood in many legal and social aspects, similar to the US. It's a common age to celebrate with friends and family.

Yes, 'einundzwanzig' is used for time in the 24-hour format. 'Einundzwanzig Uhr' means 21:00, or 9 PM.

Common mistakes include reversing the number order incorrectly (e.g., saying 'zwanzigein'), confusing it with the ordinal number 'einundzwanzigste', and mispronouncing the 'zwanzig' part.

No, 'einundzwanzig' is a cardinal number, used to count other nouns. It is not a noun itself, although 'einundzwanziger' can refer to a person who is twenty-one.

You write it as 'einundzwanzig'. Remember the spelling: 'e-i-n-u-n-d-z-w-a-n-z-i-g'.

'Zwanzig' means 'twenty'. 'Einundzwanzig' means 'twenty-one'. 'Einundzwanzig' includes the unit 'ein' (one) combined with 'zwanzig'.

While not extremely common, phrases like 'mit einundzwanzig die Welt erobern wollen' (to want to conquer the world at twenty-one) exist, often related to ambition at that age. The number is more frequently used literally.

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