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- Sessenta is the Portuguese word for sixty (60).
- It's a cardinal number used for counting, age, time, and quantities.
- It remains unchanged regardless of the noun's gender or number.
- Commonly used in everyday conversations, shopping, and formal contexts.
- Meaning
- Sessenta is the Portuguese word for the number sixty. It represents the quantity of 60, derived from multiplying six by ten (seis vezes dez).
- Usage
- This word is used in a wide variety of contexts whenever the number sixty is relevant. This includes counting objects, indicating age, specifying time, mentioning prices, referring to quantities, and much more. It is a fundamental number in everyday life and is encountered frequently in spoken and written Portuguese. For instance, if someone is sixty years old, they would say 'Tenho sessenta anos'. If an event happened sixty minutes ago, you might hear 'Aconteceu há sessenta minutos'. It's essential for basic numeracy and understanding quantities in Portuguese-speaking environments.
A reunião terá a duração de sessenta minutos.
Ele completou sessenta anos na semana passada.
O preço total foi de sessenta euros.
- Numerical Context
- Sessenta is part of the cardinal number system in Portuguese. It follows 'cinquenta' (fifty) and precedes 'setenta' (seventy). Understanding its position in the number sequence is key to mastering Portuguese numerals. The structure of Portuguese numbers, especially from fifty onwards, can sometimes be complex, but 'sessenta' itself is a distinct and common term. It's often used in everyday transactions, scheduling, and discussions about quantities. For example, if you are buying items and the total reaches 60 units of currency, 'sessenta' will be used. Similarly, if you are discussing a duration of time, like a meeting that lasts an hour, you might hear 'uma hora' or, more specifically, 'sessenta minutos'.
- Everyday Scenarios
- Imagine you are in a Portuguese market. The vendor might say the price of an item is 'sessenta reais'. Or perhaps you are discussing the population of a small town, and you hear that it has around 'sessenta mil habitantes'. In a classroom setting, a teacher might ask students to count to 'sessenta'. Even in casual conversation, when discussing the number of people at an event, you might hear 'Havia mais ou menos sessenta pessoas'. It's a number that appears in diverse situations, from financial matters to statistical data, making it a crucial vocabulary item for anyone learning Portuguese.
- Basic Structure
- 'Sessenta' functions as a determiner (specifically, a cardinal number) and is placed before the noun it quantifies. It does not change based on gender or number, as it is a fixed numerical value. For example, 'sessenta carros' (sixty cars) and 'sessenta casas' (sixty houses) both use 'sessenta' without any modification. This simplicity makes it easier to integrate into sentences once you understand its basic placement.
Eu tenho sessenta livros na minha estante.
- Expressing Age
- When stating someone's age, 'sessenta' is used with the verb 'ter' (to have), similar to English. The structure is typically 'Ele/Ela tem sessenta anos' (He/She is sixty years old).
A minha avó fará sessenta anos no próximo mês.
- Indicating Time and Duration
- 'Sessenta' is commonly used when referring to minutes or hours. For instance, 'sessenta minutos' (sixty minutes) or 'sessenta segundos' (sixty seconds). It can also be part of larger time expressions.
A palestra durou exatamente sessenta minutos.
- Quantities and Measurements
- When counting items, money, or any measurable quantity, 'sessenta' is used directly before the noun.
Comprei sessenta metros de tecido.
- In Larger Numbers
- 'Sessenta' can also be part of larger numbers, such as 'sessenta e um' (sixty-one), 'sessenta e dois' (sixty-two), and so on, up to 'sessenta e nove' (sixty-nine). The conjunction 'e' (and) is used between 'sessenta' and the unit digit.
A população aumentou para sessenta e cinco mil habitantes.
- Everyday Conversations
- You will hear 'sessenta' frequently in casual chats. For example, if friends are discussing how many people attended a party, someone might say, 'Acho que éramos sessenta'. Or when talking about the price of a significant item, like a used car, 'Ele comprou por sessenta mil escudos' (He bought it for sixty thousand escudos, using an older currency, but illustrating the number usage). It's a number that comes up naturally when people share information about quantities, ages, or prices.
Quantos anos tem o seu irmão? Ele tem sessenta.
- Shopping and Transactions
- In shops, markets, or when paying bills, 'sessenta' is a common figure. A cashier might tell you the total is 'sessenta e cinco reais'. Or when discussing the cost of services, like a monthly subscription, 'O plano custa sessenta euros por mês'. You'll hear it when dealing with currency, quantities of goods, and service charges.
O total da sua compra é de sessenta e dois reais.
- News and Information
- News reports often involve numbers. You might hear about a government initiative with a budget of 'sessenta milhões de euros' or a statistic stating that 'sessenta por cento da população concorda com a medida'. Weather forecasts might mention a temperature reaching 'sessenta graus' in a specific region (though this is less common for everyday temperatures, it illustrates the number's use in data). Even sports commentary can feature it, like a player scoring 'sessenta pontos'.
A pesquisa indicou que sessenta por cento dos entrevistados preferem o novo produto.
- Formal Settings and Official Documents
- In formal contexts, such as legal documents, contracts, or official reports, 'sessenta' will be used to denote the number 60. For example, a contract might specify a payment due within 'sessenta dias' (sixty days) or a fine of 'sessenta mil kwanzas' (sixty thousand kwanzas). Even in academic settings, when discussing data or historical events, this number will appear.
O prazo para a entrega do projeto é de sessenta dias úteis.
- Confusing with Similar Numbers
- Learners might sometimes confuse 'sessenta' with numbers that sound similar or are in the same numerical range, such as 'setenta' (seventy) or 'cinquenta' (fifty). This is a common issue with numbers across languages. Careful pronunciation practice and repetition are key to distinguishing them clearly.
Incorrect: Ele tem setenta anos. (Meaning: He is seventy years old.)
Correct: Ele tem sessenta anos. (Meaning: He is sixty years old.)
- Incorrect Placement with Nouns
- While 'sessenta' is straightforward, learners might occasionally try to modify it or place it incorrectly relative to the noun. Remember, it typically precedes the noun it quantifies and remains invariable. There's no plural or gender agreement to worry about with 'sessenta' itself.
Incorrect: Sessentas pessoas vieram à festa. (Attempting to pluralize the number.)
Correct: Sessenta pessoas vieram à festa. (Sixty people came to the party.)
- Pronunciation Issues
- The 's' sound at the beginning and the 't' sound can sometimes be tricky for English speakers. Ensuring the 's' is a clear /s/ and the 't' is not aspirated like in English 't' is important for accurate pronunciation. The final 'a' sound should be open, similar to the 'a' in 'father'.
Common mispronunciation might involve a softer 's' or a different vowel sound at the end. Focus on the clear 's' and the distinct 'eh-nt-ah' sound.
- Overuse or Underuse
- Sometimes, learners might avoid using numbers like 'sessenta' because they feel unsure. Instead, they might use approximations or rephrase sentences. It's important to practice using specific numbers like 'sessenta' to build confidence and fluency.
Instead of saying 'Muitas pessoas estavam lá', try to be more specific: 'Cerca de sessenta pessoas estavam lá.'
- Synonyms (Numbers)
- As a cardinal number, 'sessenta' doesn't have direct synonyms in the way that common nouns or verbs do. However, it can be expressed in other ways in specific contexts, though these are less direct equivalents and more descriptive alternatives.
- Approximations
- In less precise situations, you might use words that suggest a quantity around sixty. For example, 'cerca de sessenta' (around sixty), 'aproximadamente sessenta' (approximately sixty), 'mais ou menos sessenta' (more or less sixty), or even vaguer terms like 'muitas' (many) if the exact number isn't crucial.
Exact: Havia sessenta pessoas na sala. (There were sixty people in the room.)
Approximate: Havia cerca de sessenta pessoas na sala. (There were around sixty people in the room.)
- Related Numbers
- Understanding numbers around 'sessenta' is also important. These include 'cinquenta' (fifty), 'setenta' (seventy), and numbers like 'meia dúzia' (half a dozen, which is 6, but shows the concept of grouping) or 'uma centena' (one hundred). Knowing these helps place 'sessenta' in the numerical sequence.
- Alternative Phrases for Duration
- While 'sessenta minutos' is the standard for sixty minutes, in some contexts, you might hear 'uma hora' (one hour), which is equivalent. However, when precision is needed, 'sessenta minutos' is preferred.
Equivalent: A reunião durou sessenta minutos. (The meeting lasted sixty minutes.)
Equivalent: A reunião durou uma hora. (The meeting lasted one hour.)
- Numbers in Different Currencies
- When referring to money, 'sessenta' will be followed by the currency unit, like 'sessenta reais', 'sessenta euros', 'sessenta dólares', etc. The number itself remains 'sessenta'.
How Formal Is It?
豆知識
The structure of numbers in Romance languages often reflects their Latin origins. 'Sexaginta' in Latin evolved into 'sessenta' in Portuguese, 'soixante' in French, 'sesenta' in Spanish, and 'sessanta' in Italian, showing a clear linguistic lineage. The pattern of using a suffix like '-ginta' or '-enta' to denote multiples of ten is common.
発音ガイド
- Pronouncing the 't' with aspiration, like in English 'ten'. The Portuguese 't' is softer and dental.
- Not fully pronouncing the final 'a' sound, making it sound more like 'sessent' or 'sessentuh'.
- Confusing the vowel sounds, especially the unstressed 'e' sounds.
- Misplacing the stress, for example, stressing the first syllable instead of the second.
難易度
As a basic cardinal number, 'sessenta' is very easy to read and understand in written Portuguese. Its meaning is straightforward and consistent.
Writing 'sessenta' correctly is also simple once memorized. The main challenge might be spelling it consistently, but it's a high-frequency word.
Pronunciation can be slightly tricky for some learners, particularly the 't' sound and the final 'a'. However, with practice, it becomes easy to articulate.
Recognizing 'sessenta' when spoken is generally easy due to its distinct sound and common usage, especially when contrasted with surrounding numbers.
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Cardinal Numbers: Usage and Agreement
Cardinal numbers like 'sessenta' are used to count. They generally do not agree in gender or number with the noun they modify, except for 'um' and 'um milhão' (which is followed by 'de'). Example: sessenta livros, sessenta casas.
Expressing Age
In Portuguese, age is expressed using the verb 'ter' (to have) followed by the number and 'anos' (years). Example: Ele tem sessenta anos.
Compound Numbers (1-99)
Numbers from 21 to 99 are often formed by combining the tens digit with the unit digit using 'e' (and). Example: sessenta e cinco (65).
Using 'Mil', 'Milhão', 'Bilhão'
For larger numbers, 'mil' (thousand) is used. For numbers over a million, 'milhão' (million) and 'bilhão' (billion) are used, and they are followed by 'de' before the noun. Example: sessenta mil pessoas, sessenta milhões de habitantes.
Expressing Percentages
Percentages are formed using the number followed by 'por cento'. Example: sessenta por cento.
レベル別の例文
Eu tenho sessenta lápis.
I have sixty pencils.
Sessenta is a cardinal number used before the noun 'lápis' (pencils).
São sessenta e um.
It is sixty-one.
A compound number, 'sessenta' (sixty) + 'e' (and) + 'um' (one).
Quantos são? Sessenta.
How many are there? Sixty.
Simple answer to a quantity question.
Ele tem sessenta anos.
He is sixty years old.
Expressing age using 'ter' (to have) + number + 'anos' (years).
Sessenta mais dez é setenta.
Sixty plus ten is seventy.
Basic arithmetic using cardinal numbers.
O ônibus tem sessenta lugares.
The bus has sixty seats.
Using 'sessenta' to indicate capacity.
Sessenta e cinco por cento.
Sixty-five percent.
Expressing a percentage.
Temos sessenta minutos.
We have sixty minutes.
Indicating a duration of time.
A minha tia vai fazer sessenta anos no próximo ano.
My aunt is going to turn sixty next year.
Future tense for age, common usage.
O preço daquela camisa é sessenta reais.
The price of that shirt is sixty reais.
Stating a price in currency.
Precisamos de sessenta e três metros de cabo.
We need sixty-three meters of cable.
Using 'sessenta e' for compound numbers with units of measurement.
A receita pede sessenta gramas de açúcar.
The recipe calls for sixty grams of sugar.
Quantities in recipes.
A reunião vai durar sessenta minutos, sem interrupções.
The meeting will last sixty minutes, without interruptions.
Expressing duration with a qualifier.
Ele viveu sessenta anos em Lisboa.
He lived sixty years in Lisbon.
Indicating a past duration of residence.
A distância até a próxima cidade é de sessenta quilômetros.
The distance to the next city is sixty kilometers.
Expressing distance.
Temos sessenta e dois alunos na turma.
We have sixty-two students in the class.
Counting people in a group.
O projeto foi concluído em sessenta dias úteis, o que é um prazo razoável.
The project was completed in sixty working days, which is a reasonable timeframe.
Using 'sessenta' in a more descriptive sentence about a project timeline.
A população daquela pequena ilha é de aproximadamente sessenta mil habitantes.
The population of that small island is approximately sixty thousand inhabitants.
Using 'sessenta mil' for larger numerical estimations.
Os custos totais para a construção da casa foram de sessenta mil euros.
The total costs for building the house were sixty thousand euros.
Expressing significant financial amounts.
A banda tocou por sessenta minutos ininterruptos, mantendo a energia alta.
The band played for sixty uninterrupted minutes, keeping the energy high.
Describing a performance duration and its effect.
O regulamento estipula que o pagamento deve ser feito em até sessenta parcelas.
The regulation stipulates that payment must be made in up to sixty installments.
Using 'sessenta' in a formal context like regulations.
Com sessenta e cinco anos, ele decidiu se aposentar e viajar pelo mundo.
At sixty-five years old, he decided to retire and travel the world.
Compound age indicating a life decision.
A obra de arte, avaliada em sessenta mil dólares, foi vendida em leilão.
The artwork, valued at sixty thousand dollars, was sold at auction.
Discussing the value of assets.
A conferência terá sessenta palestrantes de renome internacional.
The conference will have sixty renowned international speakers.
Indicating the scale of an event.
A análise estatística revelou que sessenta e sete por cento dos entrevistados concordaram com a proposta.
The statistical analysis revealed that sixty-seven percent of respondents agreed with the proposal.
Using 'sessenta e' in statistical reporting.
O governo implementou um programa de subsídios que beneficia sessenta mil pequenas empresas.
The government implemented a subsidy program that benefits sixty thousand small businesses.
Quantifying beneficiaries of a program.
A construção da nova ponte, orçada em sessenta milhões de euros, está prevista para ser concluída em três anos.
The construction of the new bridge, budgeted at sixty million euros, is planned to be completed in three years.
Discussing large-scale infrastructure projects and budgets.
A pesquisa sobre hábitos de consumo indicou que sessenta por cento dos inquiridos preferem compras online.
The research on consumer habits indicated that sixty percent of those surveyed prefer online shopping.
Interpreting survey data.
A empresa investiu sessenta por cento do seu capital em pesquisa e desenvolvimento no último trimestre.
The company invested sixty percent of its capital in research and development last quarter.
Describing financial investment strategies.
O histórico de vendas mostra que, em média, sessenta unidades do produto são vendidas por dia.
Sales history shows that, on average, sixty units of the product are sold per day.
Analyzing sales trends and averages.
A legislação exige que sessenta por cento das embalagens sejam recicláveis.
Legislation requires that sixty percent of packaging be recyclable.
Referencing legal requirements related to percentages.
O sistema de transporte público cobre uma área de sessenta quilômetros quadrados.
The public transportation system covers an area of sixty square kilometers.
Defining the geographical scope of a service.
A análise comparativa dos dados demográficos revelou que sessenta e dois por cento da população ativa é composta por mulheres.
The comparative analysis of demographic data revealed that sixty-two percent of the active population is composed of women.
Detailed statistical analysis with precise numbers.
O desenvolvimento sustentável da região depende da implementação de políticas que reduzam o consumo de energia em sessenta por cento até 2030.
The sustainable development of the region depends on the implementation of policies that reduce energy consumption by sixty percent by 2030.
Discussing long-term goals and targets using percentages.
A performance da empresa no último ano fiscal foi marcada por um crescimento de sessenta e cinco por cento na receita bruta, superando as expectativas do mercado.
The company's performance last fiscal year was marked by a sixty-five percent growth in gross revenue, exceeding market expectations.
Analyzing financial performance with specific growth percentages.
A expedição arqueológica descobriu um artefato datado de sessenta mil anos antes de Cristo.
The archaeological expedition discovered an artifact dated sixty thousand years BC.
Referring to ancient history with large numerical figures.
A eficácia do novo tratamento foi comprovada em sessenta por cento dos casos, com efeitos colaterais mínimos.
The efficacy of the new treatment was proven in sixty percent of cases, with minimal side effects.
Discussing medical research findings.
O contrato estipula que sessenta por cento dos lucros líquidos serão reinvestidos na empresa.
The contract stipulates that sixty percent of net profits will be reinvested in the company.
Legal and financial contract clauses.
A análise espectrográfica indicou a presença de sessenta elementos químicos distintos na amostra.
The spectrographic analysis indicated the presence of sixty distinct chemical elements in the sample.
Scientific analysis with precise element counts.
O programa de revitalização urbana visa reduzir a taxa de desemprego em sessenta por cento nas áreas mais afetadas.
The urban revitalization program aims to reduce the unemployment rate by sixty percent in the most affected areas.
Urban planning and socio-economic goals.
A correlação entre os fatores ambientais e a incidência da doença apresentou um coeficiente de Pearson de 0.60, indicando uma forte ligação positiva.
The correlation between environmental factors and the incidence of the disease presented a Pearson coefficient of 0.60, indicating a strong positive link.
Using the decimal representation (0.60) of a percentage in a scientific context.
A obra literária, com suas sessenta e três vinhetas narrativas, desconstruiu as noções tradicionais de identidade nacional.
The literary work, with its sixty-three narrative vignettes, deconstructed traditional notions of national identity.
Using compound numbers in literary analysis.
O investimento estratégico em tecnologias emergentes representa sessenta por cento do orçamento total de P&D para o próximo quinquênio.
The strategic investment in emerging technologies represents sixty percent of the total R&D budget for the next five-year period.
Discussing long-term financial planning and strategic allocation.
A análise heurística do sistema de navegação revelou sessenta e nove pontos de melhoria potenciais em termos de usabilidade.
The heuristic analysis of the navigation system revealed sixty-nine potential areas for improvement in terms of usability.
Technical analysis using numbers to quantify findings.
A taxa de retenção de clientes atingiu sessenta e oito por cento, um marco significativo para a empresa no mercado competitivo.
The customer retention rate reached sixty-eight percent, a significant milestone for the company in the competitive market.
Business metrics and achievements.
O paradoxo da escolha sugere que um excesso de opções, talvez sessenta ou mais, pode levar à insatisfação.
The paradox of choice suggests that an excess of options, perhaps sixty or more, can lead to dissatisfaction.
Discussing psychological concepts and theoretical numbers.
A obra de arte, composta por sessenta painéis individuais, forma um mosaico monumental de grande impacto visual.
The artwork, composed of sixty individual panels, forms a monumental mosaic of great visual impact.
Describing large-scale artistic creations.
O estudo longitudinal acompanhou sessenta e cinco participantes durante uma década, coletando dados sobre seus hábitos alimentares e de exercício.
The longitudinal study followed sixty-five participants for a decade, collecting data on their eating and exercise habits.
Scientific research methodology involving long-term studies.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
— I am sixty years old.
Quando você perguntar a idade de alguém que tem sessenta anos, eles dirão 'Tenho sessenta anos'.
— It is sixty minutes.
Se um evento dura uma hora, você pode dizer que 'São sessenta minutos'.
— It costs sixty reais.
Ao comprar algo que vale sessenta reais, você usará esta frase.
— Sixty percent approval.
Em pesquisas de opinião, você pode ouvir 'sessenta por cento de aprovação'.
— Approximately sixty.
Para dar uma estimativa, você diria 'aproximadamente sessenta'.
— Sixty-five people.
Ao contar um grupo de pessoas, você pode dizer 'Sessenta e cinco pessoas'.
— Sixty thousand inhabitants.
Ao falar sobre a população de uma cidade, pode-se usar 'sessenta mil habitantes'.
— More or less sixty.
Uma forma informal de dizer 'aproximadamente sessenta'.
— Sixty-two meters.
Para medir uma distância ou quantidade de material, como 'sessenta e dois metros'.
よく混同される語
Setenta (seventy) is numerically close to sessenta (sixty) and can be confused due to similar sounds, especially for new learners. Careful listening and pronunciation practice are needed to distinguish them.
Cinquenta (fifty) is also in the same numerical range and can be confused with sessenta. The initial 'cin' sound is different from 'ses', which can help differentiate them.
This is not being confused with sessenta itself, but rather learners might forget the 'e' when forming compound numbers. Sessenta e um means sixty-one, while sessenta means sixty.
慣用句と表現
— To be sixty years old and still be active and energetic. It implies maintaining vitality and engagement with life despite reaching a certain age.
Meu avô tem sessenta anos e joga futebol toda semana, ele realmente 'tem sessenta anos e ainda é ativo'.
Neutral— A playful saying suggesting that life truly begins or becomes more fulfilling around the age of sixty, often associated with retirement and newfound freedom.
Muitas pessoas acreditam que 'aos sessenta, a vida começa', pois é quando podem dedicar mais tempo aos seus hobbies.
Informal— To be over sixty years old. It's a simple statement of age, often used when discussing someone's life stage.
Ele já passou das sessenta e está pensando em se aposentar.
Neutral— An approximate age, referring to someone who is in their early sixties (e.g., 61, 62, 63, etc.). It's a way to be less precise but still indicate the general age range.
A professora tinha sessenta e poucos anos e era muito experiente.
Informal— Used metaphorically to describe something or someone that has lasted or survived for a very long time, implying resilience and perhaps unexpected longevity.
Aquele edifício antigo, que sobreviveu a tantos terremotos, é um verdadeiro 'milagre de sessenta anos'.
Figurative— An expression used to emphasize that something has been done or said a great number of times, often to highlight repetition or insistence.
Eu já te disse sessenta e sete vezes para não fazer isso!
Emphatic/Informal— Can refer to the decades of the 1960s and 1970s, especially when discussing historical periods or cultural movements associated with those times.
A música dos anos sessenta e setenta ainda é muito popular.
Historical/Cultural— Used when counting or when someone is trying to recall a sequence of numbers, often humorously indicating difficulty or uncertainty in remembering the exact count.
Ele tentou adivinhar o número de balas no pote, dizendo 'sessenta e um, sessenta e dois...' até se perder.
Humorous/Casual— Refers to a large sum of money, often used to emphasize the significant cost of something, particularly when it's sixty thousand units of currency.
Comprar aquele carro clássico custou-lhe uma fortuna de sessenta mil.
Emphatic/Financial— Used to describe a very short period of time, emphasizing speed or urgency. It's the equivalent of 'in one minute'.
Ele conseguiu resolver o quebra-cabeça em sessenta segundos.
Time/Urgency間違えやすい
Similar phonetic structure, particularly the ending '-enta'.
Sessenta refers to the number 60, while setenta refers to the number 70. The initial consonant sound ('s' vs. 's') and the vowel sounds are key differentiators. Sessenta has a clearer 'e' in the first syllable and a stress on the second. Setenta has a clearer 'e' in the first syllable and stress on the second.
Eu tenho sessenta anos. (I am sixty years old.) vs. Ele tem setenta anos. (He is seventy years old.)
Both are two-syllable numbers ending in '-enta' and are part of the main tens.
Sessenta means 60, while cinquenta means 50. The initial sound is the most obvious difference: 'ses-' vs. 'cin-'. Cinquenta starts with a 'sin' sound.
Comprei cinquenta flores. (I bought fifty flowers.) vs. Precisamos de sessenta flores. (We need sixty flowers.)
Both words share the root 'cent-' which relates to hundreds, and 'sessenta' itself is a multiple of ten, related to the idea of grouping.
'Sessenta' is the specific number 60. 'Centena' means 'hundred' or 'a group of one hundred'. While sessenta is related to the tens, centena is about the hundreds. Sessenta is a cardinal number, while centena is a noun representing a quantity.
Comprei sessenta quilos de arroz. (I bought sixty kilos of rice.) vs. Havia uma centena de pessoas no evento. (There were a hundred people at the event.)
Sessenta is six tens, so the root 'seis' (six) is present. Learners might confuse the specific number with its component parts.
'Seis' means six (6). 'Sessenta' means sixty (60). Sessenta is a much larger quantity and is formed by multiplying six by ten. They are distinct numbers in the sequence.
Tenho seis livros. (I have six books.) vs. Tenho sessenta livros. (I have sixty books.)
Sessenta is formed by six times ten, so 'dez' (ten) is a fundamental component.
'Dez' means ten (10). 'Sessenta' means sixty (60). Sessenta is six times the value of dez.
São dez horas. (It is ten o'clock.) vs. São sessenta minutos. (It is sixty minutes.)
文型パターン
Sessenta + Noun
Sessenta maçãs.
Ter + Sessenta + Anos
Tenho sessenta anos.
Sessenta + Minutos
Sessenta minutos.
Custa + Sessenta + Moeda
Custa sessenta reais.
Sessenta + E + Unit Digit
Sessenta e três carros.
Em + Sessenta + Dias
Em sessenta dias.
Sessenta + Por + Cento
Sessenta por cento.
Sessenta + Mil/Milhão + Noun
Sessenta mil habitantes.
語族
名詞
関連
使い方
Very High
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Confusing 'sessenta' with 'setenta'.
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Sessenta
Both words refer to numbers in the sixties and seventies respectively. Learners might mishear or mispronounce them. Focus on the initial 's' sound and the stress pattern. 'Sessenta' has a clearer 's' sound at the start, while 'setenta' also starts with 's' but the vowel sounds and stress can differ slightly.
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Pluralizing 'sessenta' (e.g., 'sessentas').
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Sessenta
Cardinal numbers like 'sessenta' are invariable and do not take plural forms. They refer to a fixed quantity. You would say 'sessenta carros' (sixty cars), not 'sessentas carros'.
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Pronouncing the 't' with aspiration.
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Soft, dental 't' sound.
English speakers often aspirate the 't' sound (like in 'top'). In Portuguese, the 't' in 'sessenta' is softer and produced with the tongue touching the back of the front teeth, similar to the 't' in 'stop' but without the puff of air.
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Forgetting the 'e' in compound numbers (e.g., 'sessenta três' instead of 'sessenta e três').
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Sessenta e três
When forming compound numbers from 21 to 99, the conjunction 'e' (and) is used between the tens and the units. For example, 63 is 'sessenta e três', not 'sessenta três'.
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Misplacing the stress.
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Stress on the second syllable: ses-SEN-ta.
The stress in 'sessenta' falls on the second syllable. Incorrect stress can make the word difficult to understand or sound unnatural. Practice saying it aloud with the correct emphasis.
ヒント
Master the 'T' Sound
The 't' in 'sessenta' is dental, meaning your tongue touches the back of your front teeth. It's softer than the English 't' and not aspirated. Practice saying 'tenta' (tries) to get the feel for it before applying it to 'sessenta'.
Connect to English 'Sixty'
The English word 'sixty' shares the initial 's' sound and a similar vowel structure to 'sessenta'. Create a mental link by visualizing the number 60 and repeating 'sessenta' while thinking of 'sixty'.
Practice with Contexts
Don't just memorize the word. Practice using 'sessenta' in sentences related to different contexts: age ('Tenho sessenta anos'), time ('sessenta minutos'), money ('sessenta reais'), and quantities ('sessenta livros').
Listen for Numbers in Media
Actively listen for numbers, especially 'sessenta', in Portuguese songs, movies, or news broadcasts. This will help you internalize its sound and usage in natural speech.
Spell it Correctly
Pay attention to the spelling: s-e-s-s-e-n-t-a. Ensure you have the double 's' and the correct vowel sequence. Consistent writing practice will help solidify the spelling.
Invariable Nature
Remember that 'sessenta' is invariable. It doesn't change for gender or number. This simplifies its use significantly compared to adjectives or nouns. Just say 'sessenta' followed by the noun.
Learn 'Sessenta e ...'
Practice forming numbers from 61 to 69 by adding 'e' (and) after 'sessenta'. For example, 'sessenta e um' (61), 'sessenta e cinco' (65). This is a common pattern for numbers in this range.
Using Approximations
Learn phrases like 'cerca de sessenta' (around sixty) or 'mais ou menos sessenta' (more or less sixty) for when you don't need an exact number. This is very useful in casual conversation.
Distinguish from Similar Numbers
Actively practice distinguishing 'sessenta' from 'cinquenta' and 'setenta'. Say them aloud, write them down, and listen for the initial sounds and stresses.
Relate to Real-Life
Think about things in your life that might be around sixty: a grandparent's age, minutes in an hour, or the number of days in two months. Connecting 'sessenta' to these real-world examples makes it more memorable.
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記憶術
Think of 'sessenta' sounding a bit like 'six cents'. Imagine you have sixty cents in your pocket. That's a small but specific amount, just like the number sixty.
視覚的連想
Picture a clock face with the number 60 prominently displayed at the bottom, or imagine 60 small, identical objects arranged in a grid.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to use 'sessenta' in five different sentences describing things you see around you. For example, 'There are sessenta books on the shelf' or 'The meeting lasted sessenta minutes'.
語源
The Portuguese word 'sessenta' originates from Latin. It is derived from the Latin word 'sexaginta', which directly means sixty.
元の意味: The original Latin meaning of 'sexaginta' was the number sixty, formed from 'sex' (six) and 'aginta' (a suffix indicating tens).
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The number sixty itself does not carry inherent cultural sensitivities. However, its use in contexts like age can be sensitive depending on the cultural perception of aging. In many Portuguese-speaking cultures, reaching sixty is a respected milestone, often associated with wisdom and retirement, but discussions about age should always be approached with respect.
In English-speaking contexts, the number sixty is represented by the numeral '60' or the word 'sixty'. It's used in similar ways to 'sessenta', such as stating age ('He is sixty years old'), time ('Sixty minutes in an hour'), or quantities. The concept of 'sixty' is universally understood as a key number in the decimal system.
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実際の使用場面
Everyday conversations about age, time, and quantities.
- Tenho sessenta anos.
- São sessenta minutos.
- Precisamos de sessenta unidades.
Shopping and financial transactions.
- Custa sessenta reais.
- O total é sessenta e cinco euros.
- Posso pagar com sessenta mil kwanzas?
News reports and statistics.
- Sessenta por cento da população...
- Um aumento de sessenta por cento.
- Sessenta mil casos confirmados.
Scheduling and planning.
- O prazo é de sessenta dias.
- A reunião dura sessenta minutos.
- O voo parte em sessenta horas.
Measurements and distances.
- Sessenta metros de comprimento.
- A cidade fica a sessenta quilômetros.
- Precisamos de sessenta litros de tinta.
会話のきっかけ
"What is the price of that item? Is it around sessenta?"
"How old is your grandfather? Is he sessenta?"
"How long will this task take? About sessenta minutes?"
"Did you hear the news? They said sessenta percent of people agreed."
"How many people were at the party? Maybe sessenta?"
日記のテーマ
Write about a time you celebrated your sessenta birthday or someone you know did.
Describe a significant purchase you made that cost around sessenta units of currency.
Imagine you have sessenta minutes of free time today. What would you do?
Reflect on a statistic you recently heard involving sessenta percent or sessenta thousand.
Write a short story where the number sessenta plays a crucial role.
よくある質問
10 問In formal documents, it's common to see numbers written both ways. Often, smaller numbers or numbers that are key figures might be written out as words ('sessenta'), while larger or more technical numbers might be written as numerals (60). Some style guides recommend writing out numbers up to one hundred. For clarity, especially with large sums of money, both the word and the numeral might be used (e.g., 'sessenta mil (60.000) euros').
You can say 'sessenta e poucos' to mean 'sixty-something' or 'in his/her early sixties'. For example, 'Ele tem sessenta e poucos anos' means 'He is in his early sixties' or 'He is sixty-something years old'.
No, 'sessenta' is an invariable cardinal number. It does not change its form based on the gender or number of the noun it quantifies. For example, you say 'sessenta carros' (sixty cars) and 'sessenta casas' (sixty houses).
The pronunciation is approximately /seˈsɛntə/. The stress is on the second syllable, 'sen'. The 's' is clear, the 't' is soft, and the final 'a' is open, like in 'father'.
Common mistakes include confusing it with similar numbers like 'setenta' (seventy) or 'cinquenta' (fifty) due to phonetic similarities. Another mistake is trying to make it plural or change its form for gender, which is incorrect as cardinal numbers are invariable.
Yes, absolutely. You can form larger numbers like 'sessenta mil' (sixty thousand) or 'sessenta milhões' (sixty million). When using 'milhão' or 'bilhão' before a noun, you typically add 'de', for example, 'sessenta milhões de habitantes' (sixty million inhabitants).
Yes, phrases like 'aos sessenta, a vida começa' (life begins at sixty) are common sayings suggesting that sixty is a good age for new beginnings, often associated with retirement. Also, 'sessenta e poucos anos' is used to mean 'sixty-something'.
It depends on the context and style guide. Generally, numbers up to ten are often written out. For larger numbers like 'sessenta', it's common to write them as numerals (60) in technical writing, statistics, or financial reports for clarity. In more narrative or literary contexts, writing 'sessenta' might be preferred. When in doubt, check the specific style guide you are following.
Both refer to the same duration of time. 'Sessenta minutos' is the direct numerical expression for sixty minutes. 'Uma hora' means 'one hour'. They are interchangeable when referring to a 60-minute period, but 'sessenta minutos' emphasizes the specific count of minutes, while 'uma hora' emphasizes the complete unit of time.
For most learners, 'sessenta' is a relatively easy number to learn. Its pronunciation is manageable with practice, and its usage is straightforward as a cardinal number. The main challenges lie in distinguishing it from similar numbers like 'setenta' and using it correctly in compound numbers and larger figures.
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Summary
Sessenta is the fundamental Portuguese word for the number sixty (60). It's a vital cardinal number used universally for counting objects, stating ages, indicating time durations, and expressing monetary values. Its invariable form makes it straightforward to use in sentences, typically placed directly before the noun it quantifies. Mastering 'sessenta' is essential for basic numerical literacy in Portuguese.
- Sessenta is the Portuguese word for sixty (60).
- It's a cardinal number used for counting, age, time, and quantities.
- It remains unchanged regardless of the noun's gender or number.
- Commonly used in everyday conversations, shopping, and formal contexts.
Master the 'T' Sound
The 't' in 'sessenta' is dental, meaning your tongue touches the back of your front teeth. It's softer than the English 't' and not aspirated. Practice saying 'tenta' (tries) to get the feel for it before applying it to 'sessenta'.
Connect to English 'Sixty'
The English word 'sixty' shares the initial 's' sound and a similar vowel structure to 'sessenta'. Create a mental link by visualizing the number 60 and repeating 'sessenta' while thinking of 'sixty'.
Practice with Contexts
Don't just memorize the word. Practice using 'sessenta' in sentences related to different contexts: age ('Tenho sessenta anos'), time ('sessenta minutos'), money ('sessenta reais'), and quantities ('sessenta livros').
Listen for Numbers in Media
Actively listen for numbers, especially 'sessenta', in Portuguese songs, movies, or news broadcasts. This will help you internalize its sound and usage in natural speech.
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generalの関連語
a cerca de
B1距離や将来の時間について「約」や「およそ」を意味します。
à direita
A2右に、または右側に。方向や場所を示すために使われます。
à esquerda
A2左側に。方向を示したり、場所を説明したりするために使用されます。
a fim de
A2〜するために、〜したい気分。 '合格するために勉強する。' / 'ピザが食べたい気分だ。'
à frente
A2の前に (No mae ni). '彼は私の前にいます。'
a frente
A2前方に; 前に
À frente de
A2〜の前に、または〜を率いて。「車の前に木があります」。
a tempo
A2間に合って、時間通りに。手遅れになる前に行動することを指します。
à volta de
A2の周りに。場所(テーブルの周り)や見積もり(約10ユーロ)に使用されます。
abaixo
A1〜の下に; 以下に。