sechzehn
sechzehn 30초 만에
- Sechzehn means sixteen.
- It's a basic cardinal number.
- Used for counting, age, time, prices.
- Essential for everyday German.
The German word 'sechzehn' is the numeral for the quantity sixteen. It's a fundamental number used in everyday counting, stating ages, telling time, giving prices, and discussing quantities. Just like in English, 'sechzehn' is an indispensable part of basic arithmetic and essential for numerous practical situations. You'll encounter it constantly when dealing with numbers from one to twenty, and it serves as a building block for larger numbers.
- Core Meaning
- The number 16.
- Usage Context
- Counting, ages, time, prices, quantities, dates, and any situation requiring the number sixteen.
Ich bin sechzehn Jahre alt.
Das Buch kostet sechzehn Euro.
Wir haben sechzehn Äpfel gekauft.
Understanding 'sechzehn' is crucial for basic communication. Whether you are asking for the price of an item, stating your age, or discussing a group of sixteen people or objects, this number will be frequently used. It's part of the core set of cardinal numbers that are essential for any beginner German learner. Mastering these initial numbers will significantly boost your confidence and ability to navigate simple daily interactions in German-speaking environments.
- Numeral System
- 'Sechzehn' is a cardinal number, indicating quantity.
- Common Scenarios
- Asking for the time (e.g., 'Es ist sechzehn Uhr' - It is 4 PM), stating the number of students in a class, or identifying a specific page number.
The German numeral system, especially for numbers below twenty, has some unique structures. 'Sechzehn' follows the pattern of combining elements of 'sechs' (six) and 'zehn' (ten). This pattern is consistent for numbers eleven through nineteen, making them relatively predictable once you learn the individual components.
Using 'sechzehn' in a sentence is straightforward, much like its English equivalent. It functions primarily as a determiner or a standalone number. When used with a noun, it typically precedes the noun without any article, similar to how we say 'sixteen apples' rather than 'the sixteen apples' in many contexts.
- Basic Sentence Structure
- Number + Noun (e.g., sechzehn Autos - sixteen cars)
- As a Standalone Number
- Used when the noun is understood from context (e.g., 'Wie viele?', 'Sechzehn.')
Auf dem Tisch liegen sechzehn Stifte.
Der Zug hat sechzehn Waggons.
Meine Schwester wird bald sechzehn.
In sentences involving time, 'sechzehn' refers to 4 PM, as German uses a 24-hour clock for official timekeeping. For example, 'Der Unterricht beginnt um sechzehn Uhr' means 'The lesson starts at 4 PM.' When discussing ages, it's common to say someone 'is sixteen' or 'will turn sixteen,' which translates to 'ist sechzehn' or 'wird sechzehn.'
- With Nouns
- Sechzehn Hunde liefen im Park.
- In Time
- Es ist genau sechzehn Uhr.
- Regarding Age
- Mein kleiner Bruder ist jetzt sechzehn.
Pay attention to the context to understand whether 'sechzehn' refers to a quantity, a time, or an age. The surrounding words will usually make the meaning clear. For instance, when followed by 'Jahre alt,' it unequivocally refers to age.
You will hear 'sechzehn' in a wide array of everyday situations in German-speaking countries. Its frequency is high due to its fundamental nature as a number. Listen for it when people are discussing quantities of objects, the number of people in a group, or specific times on a clock.
- Shopping
- Cashiers might say, 'Das macht sechzehn Euro' (That makes sixteen Euros), or you might ask, 'Wie viel kostet das? Ist es sechzehn Euro?' (How much does it cost? Is it sixteen Euros?).
- Age
- Parents might discuss their child turning sixteen: 'Mein Sohn wird bald sechzehn.' (My son will soon be sixteen.) or friends might say, 'Sie ist jetzt sechzehn Jahre alt.' (She is now sixteen years old.)
- Time
- Announcements might state, 'Der nächste Zug fährt um sechzehn Uhr ab.' (The next train departs at 4 PM.) or someone might ask, 'Wann treffen wir uns? Um sechzehn?' (When do we meet? At 4 PM?).
In der Schule sind wir sechzehn Schüler in der Klasse.
Das Medikament muss sechzehn Stunden lang wirken.
You'll also hear it in educational settings when learning numbers, in sports contexts (e.g., the sixteenth minute of a game), or when discussing dates (e.g., the sixteenth of a month, although this is less common for the number itself and more for the date). When listening to German media, podcasts, or conversations, actively try to identify 'sechzehn' and note the context in which it's used. This active listening will greatly improve your comprehension.
- Public Transport
- 'Die Linie sechzehn fährt in fünf Minuten.' (Line sixteen departs in five minutes.)
- In Games/Sports
- 'Er hat in der sechzehnten Minute ein Tor geschossen.' (He scored a goal in the sixteenth minute.)
For English speakers learning German, the primary challenges with numbers like 'sechzehn' often stem from pronunciation and interference with English number patterns. While 'sechzehn' itself is quite direct, understanding its placement and avoiding common pitfalls is key.
- Pronunciation
- The 'ch' in 'sechzehn' is not pronounced like the 'ch' in 'chair' or 'school.' It's a softer sound made in the back of the throat, similar to the 'h' in 'huge' but more guttural. The 's' at the beginning is pronounced like a 'z' sound, as in 'zoo.' So, it's closer to 'zekh-tsen' than 'sek-steen'.
- Confusing with English Order
- While 'sechzehn' directly corresponds to 'sixteen,' learners might instinctively try to apply the German word order for numbers like twenty-one (einundzwanzig - one and twenty). This is not applicable to 'sechzehn' as it's a single unit, but it's a general pattern to be aware of for other numbers.
- Overuse of Articles
- German numbers, when used as simple quantifiers, generally do not take articles. Saying 'die sechzehn Autos' is usually incorrect unless you are specifically referring to 'those sixteen cars' in a very precise way. It's more natural to say 'sechzehn Autos.'
Incorrect: Ich habe die sechzehn Äpfel gegessen.
Correct: Ich habe sechzehn Äpfel gegessen.
Another potential confusion can arise when 'sechzehn' is part of a larger number or used in specific grammatical contexts, but for basic A1 learners, pronunciation and article usage are the most common hurdles. Always remember that cardinal numbers like 'sechzehn' are generally invariable and function directly before the noun they quantify.
- Mispronouncing the 'ch' sound
- Saying 'sek-steen' instead of the correct guttural 'zekh-tsen'.
- Adding unnecessary articles
- Using 'der sechzehn' or 'die sechzehn' when simply stating a quantity.
While 'sechzehn' is the standard and most common way to express the number sixteen in German, there are related concepts and alternative ways to refer to quantities or numbers that might be confused or used in specific contexts.
- Numbers 1-19
- 'Sechzehn' belongs to the group of numbers from eleven to nineteen, which have specific forms that combine elements of the lower numbers and '-zehn' (ten). For example, 'dreizehn' (thirteen), 'vierzehn' (fourteen), 'fünfzehn' (fifteen), and 'siebzehn' (seventeen). Unlike English, where 'teen' is added, German uses '-zehn' but with some variations in the base number (e.g., 'fünf' becomes 'fünfzehn').
- Ordinal Numbers
- The ordinal number for sixteen is 'sechzehnte' (sixteenth). This is used to indicate position in a sequence, like 'der sechzehnte Tag' (the sixteenth day) or 'die sechzehnte Etage' (the sixteenth floor). Note the addition of '-te' and the declension based on the noun's gender, case, and number.
- Approximations
- Sometimes, instead of the exact number, people use approximations. For example, 'ungefähr sechzehn' (approximately sixteen) or 'etwa sechzehn' (about sixteen). These are used when precision isn't necessary.
- Number 16 as a concept
- In specific contexts, the number 16 might be part of a larger concept, like a date (e.g., 'der 16. Mai' - May 16th) or a version number. However, the spoken word for the quantity itself remains 'sechzehn'.
Comparison: Cardinal vs. Ordinal
Cardinal: Wir haben sechzehn Katzen.
Ordinal: Das ist der sechzehnte Versuch.
While numbers like 'zwanzig' (twenty) and higher are formed using a combination of smaller numbers and 'zig' (for tens), 'sechzehn' is a distinct, single-word number. It's important to memorize the numbers from eleven to nineteen as they have unique forms. For instance, 'dreizehn' (3+10) and 'vierzehn' (4+10) are straightforward, but 'fünfzehn' (5+10) drops the 'f' from 'fünf,' and 'siebzehn' (7+10) drops the 'en' from 'sieben'.
- Numbers 11-19 Pattern
- dreizehn (13), vierzehn (14), fünfzehn (15), sechzehn (16), siebzehn (17), achtzehn (18), neunzehn (19).
- Ordinal 'sechzehnte'
- Used for positions: der sechzehnte Platz (the sixteenth seat).
How Formal Is It?
재미있는 사실
The structure of numbers eleven through nineteen in German often involves combining the unit digit with 'zehn' (ten), though there are some phonetic changes, like in 'fünfzehn' (five-ten) and 'siebzehn' (seven-ten). This contrasts with English where 'teen' is added.
발음 가이드
- Pronouncing 'z' as 'z' in 'zoo' instead of 'ts'.
- Pronouncing 'ch' as 'k' or 'sh'.
- Not rolling the 'r' sound if present in related numbers (though not in 'sechzehn' itself).
난이도
Recognizing 'sechzehn' in written text is straightforward once the numeral is known. Context usually clarifies its meaning (age, quantity, time).
Writing 'sechzehn' is simple, but ensuring correct usage in context (e.g., not using articles) requires practice.
Pronunciation of the 'ech' sound and the initial 'z' can be challenging for non-native speakers. Practicing the sound is key.
Distinguishing 'sechzehn' from similar numbers, especially in fast speech or with background noise, can be difficult due to the specific German pronunciation.
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Cardinal Numbers as Determiners
Sechzehn Hunde bellten laut. (Cardinal numbers usually precede the noun directly without articles.)
Ordinal Numbers
Er kam als sechzehnter ins Ziel. (Ordinal numbers like 'sechzehnte' take endings and are declined.)
Time in 24-Hour Format
Das Konzert beginnt um sechzehn Uhr. (German often uses the 24-hour clock.)
Age Expression
Meine Schwester ist sechzehn. (Simple statement of age.)
Numbers in Compounds
The number is a component in 'sechzehnte'.
수준별 예문
Ich bin sechzehn.
I am sixteen.
Simple statement of age.
Das kostet sechzehn Euro.
That costs sixteen Euros.
Stating a price.
Wir haben sechzehn Stühle.
We have sixteen chairs.
Counting objects.
Es ist sechzehn Uhr.
It is sixteen o'clock.
Telling time (24-hour format).
Sechzehn ist meine Lieblingszahl.
Sixteen is my favorite number.
Stating a favorite number.
Ich brauche sechzehn Minuten.
I need sixteen minutes.
Indicating a duration.
Es gibt sechzehn Bücher auf dem Regal.
There are sixteen books on the shelf.
Counting items in a location.
Er hat sechzehn Jahre.
He is sixteen years old.
Expressing age (common informal usage).
Die Klasse hat genau sechzehn Schüler.
The class has exactly sixteen students.
Precise quantity of people.
Wir warten seit sechzehn Stunden.
We have been waiting for sixteen hours.
Duration of an action.
Das Hotel hat sechzehn Zimmer im Erdgeschoss.
The hotel has sixteen rooms on the ground floor.
Quantity within a specific area.
Auf der Speisekarte kostet das Gericht sechzehn Euro.
On the menu, the dish costs sixteen Euros.
Price of a specific item.
Er wohnt in Hausnummer sechzehn.
He lives at house number sixteen.
House or street number.
Die Prüfung dauert sechzehn Minuten.
The exam lasts sixteen minutes.
Duration of an event.
Sie hat sechzehn verschiedene Farben im Angebot.
She offers sixteen different colors.
Variety or quantity of options.
Das Konzert beginnt um sechzehn Uhr dreißig.
The concert starts at sixteen thirty (4:30 PM).
Specific time in 24-hour format.
Die Verkaufszahlen stiegen auf sechzehn Prozent.
The sales figures rose to sixteen percent.
Percentage.
Er hat sechzehn Jahre Erfahrung in diesem Bereich.
He has sixteen years of experience in this field.
Years of experience.
Der Zug fährt auf Gleis sechzehn ein.
The train is arriving at platform sixteen.
Platform or track number.
Wir haben die sechzehnte Auflage des Buches gekauft.
We bought the sixteenth edition of the book.
Ordinal number (edition).
Die Veranstaltung findet am sechzehnten statt.
The event takes place on the sixteenth.
Date (day of the month).
Es waren ungefähr sechzehn Grad Celsius.
It was approximately sixteen degrees Celsius.
Temperature approximation.
Die Firma beschäftigt sechzehn Mitarbeiter.
The company employs sixteen employees.
Number of employees.
Er hat sechzehn Punkte in seinem Lebenslauf.
He has sixteen points on his resume.
Points or items in a list.
Die Studie umfasste sechzehn verschiedene Altersgruppen.
The study included sixteen different age groups.
Categorization into distinct groups.
Er erreichte das sechzehnte Lebensjahr mit einer wichtigen Erkenntnis.
He reached his sixteenth year with an important realization.
Milestone age with reflection.
Die durchschnittliche Wartezeit betrug sechzehn Minuten.
The average waiting time was sixteen minutes.
Average duration.
Die sechzehnte Sitzung des Parlaments wurde vertagt.
The sixteenth session of parliament was adjourned.
Ordinal number for official sessions.
Das Projekt erfordert eine Investition von sechzehn Millionen Euro.
The project requires an investment of sixteen million Euros.
Large quantity (in millions).
Die Mannschaft hat sechzehn Spiele in dieser Saison gewonnen.
The team has won sixteen games this season.
Number of wins in a competition.
Er hat sich die sechzehnte Regel des Gesetzes genau angesehen.
He examined the sixteenth rule of the law closely.
Specific rule or regulation.
Die Fabrik produziert sechzehn Einheiten pro Stunde.
The factory produces sixteen units per hour.
Production rate.
Die Analyse der Daten ergab sechzehn signifikante Korrelationen.
The data analysis revealed sixteen significant correlations.
Statistical findings.
Er erreichte mit sechzehn Jahren eine bemerkenswerte musikalische Reife.
At sixteen years old, he achieved remarkable musical maturity.
Age of significant achievement.
Die sechzehnte Verordnung trat am ersten Januar in Kraft.
The sixteenth regulation came into effect on the first of January.
Official regulation number.
Es bedarf einer sorgfältigen Abwägung von sechzehn verschiedenen Faktoren.
It requires careful consideration of sixteen different factors.
Complexity of factors in a decision.
Die archäologische Grabung legte sechzehn verschiedene Artefakte frei.
The archaeological excavation uncovered sixteen different artifacts.
Number of discoveries in research.
Die Veröffentlichung des sechzehnten Bandes wird für das nächste Quartal erwartet.
The publication of the sixteenth volume is expected next quarter.
Ordinal number for published works.
Die Umfrage ergab, dass sechzehn Prozent der Befragten unzufrieden waren.
The survey found that sixteen percent of respondents were dissatisfied.
Survey results (percentage).
Er hat sich der Herausforderung gestellt, sechzehn Marathonläufe zu absolvieren.
He has taken on the challenge of completing sixteen marathons.
Significant personal achievement or challenge.
Die seismische Aktivität deutete auf sechzehn unterschiedliche Bruchzonen hin.
The seismic activity indicated sixteen distinct fault zones.
Technical geological description.
Mit nur sechzehn Jahren entwickelte er eine revolutionäre Theorie.
At just sixteen years old, he developed a revolutionary theory.
Age of exceptional intellectual breakthrough.
Die sechzehnte Resolution des Sicherheitsrates wurde einstimmig angenommen.
The sixteenth resolution of the Security Council was adopted unanimously.
High-level international relations terminology.
Die Komplexität des Systems erforderte die Integration von sechzehn spezialisierten Modulen.
The complexity of the system required the integration of sixteen specialized modules.
Advanced technical system design.
Die Veröffentlichung des sechzehnten Artikels in der Reihe analysierte die langfristigen Auswirkungen.
The publication of the sixteenth article in the series analyzed the long-term effects.
Academic publication context.
Die Erforschung des Genoms identifizierte sechzehn kritische Gene.
The genome research identified sixteen critical genes.
Advanced biological research.
Die strategische Planung sah die Errichtung von sechzehn neuen Forschungszentren vor.
The strategic planning envisioned the establishment of sixteen new research centers.
High-level strategic planning.
Die Analyse der historischen Aufzeichnungen ergab sechzehn unerwartete Muster.
The analysis of historical records revealed sixteen unexpected patterns.
Detailed historical or statistical analysis.
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— This is the most common way to state your age if you are sixteen years old.
Wenn du gefragt wirst, wie alt du bist, und du bist sechzehn, sagst du einfach: 'Ich bin sechzehn.'
— This is what a cashier or seller would say when stating the total price of items.
Wenn du im Laden einkaufst und der Verkäufer den Preis nennt, könnte er sagen: 'Das macht sechzehn Euro.'
— This is how you state the time as 4 PM using the 24-hour clock format.
Wenn du auf die Uhr schaust und es 16:00 Uhr ist, sagst du: 'Es ist sechzehn Uhr.'
— This is used when the context makes it clear what 'sixteen' refers to, such as a quantity of items.
Wenn jemand fragt, wie viele Kuchenstücke noch da sind, und es sind sechzehn, kannst du sagen: 'Wir haben sechzehn.'
— A simple statement expressing a personal preference for the number sixteen.
Wenn du über deine Lieblingszahlen sprichst, könntest du sagen: 'Sechzehn ist meine Lieblingszahl, weil mein Geburtstag am 16. ist.'
자주 혼동되는 단어
'Siebzehn' means seventeen. Both are numbers in the teens, and their pronunciation can sometimes be confused if not listened to carefully.
'Sechzehnte' is the ordinal form (sixteenth), used for position, whereas 'sechzehn' is the cardinal form (sixteen) for quantity.
'Sechs' means six. It's the base number, and 'sechzehn' is 'six' combined with 'ten'.
혼동하기 쉬운
Both are numbers in the range of 10-20 and share a similar structure and number of syllables.
Pronunciation is key. 'Sechzehn' has the 'ech' sound, while 'siebzehn' starts with 'sieb'. The vowel sounds and the initial consonants are distinct.
Ich habe <strong>sechzehn</strong> Euro. vs. Ich habe <strong>siebzehn</strong> Euro.
It is derived from 'sechzehn' and refers to the same quantity but in a positional context.
'Sechzehn' is a cardinal number (quantity), while 'sechzehnte' is an ordinal number (position). 'Sechzehnte' takes endings and changes based on gender and case, unlike the invariable 'sechzehn'.
Es sind <strong>sechzehn</strong> Autos. (cardinal) vs. Das ist das <strong>sechzehnte</strong> Auto. (ordinal)
They share the first part of the word ('sech-').
'Sechs' refers to the quantity of six, while 'sechzehn' refers to the quantity of sixteen. The addition of '-zehn' signifies ten more.
Ich habe <strong>sechs</strong> Äpfel. vs. Ich habe <strong>sechzehn</strong> Äpfel.
Both are numbers in the teens and follow a similar pattern of combining a base number with '-zehn'.
The base number is different: 'fünf' (five) for 'fünfzehn' and 'sechs' (six) for 'sechzehn'. The pronunciation of the initial consonant and vowel is distinct.
Das kostet <strong>fünfzehn</strong> Euro. vs. Das kostet <strong>sechzehn</strong> Euro.
Both are numbers and their forms can be tricky for learners.
'Sieben' is the number seven. 'Sechzehn' is sixteen. The sounds and structure are different.
Ich bin <strong>sieben</strong>. vs. Ich bin <strong>sechzehn</strong>.
문장 패턴
Ich bin + sechzehn.
Ich bin <strong>sechzehn</strong>.
Das kostet + sechzehn + [Währung].
Das kostet <strong>sechzehn</strong> Euro.
Es ist + sechzehn + Uhr.
Es ist <strong>sechzehn</strong> Uhr.
Wir haben + sechzehn + [Nomen].
Wir haben <strong>sechzehn</strong> Äpfel.
Es gibt + sechzehn + [Nomen].
Es gibt <strong>sechzehn</strong> Kinder im Raum.
Ich brauche + sechzehn + [Einheit].
Ich brauche <strong>sechzehn</strong> Minuten.
Die [Nomen] ist/sind + sechzehn + [Einheit].
Die Wartezeit ist <strong>sechzehn</strong> Minuten.
Er/Sie hat + sechzehn + [Erfahrung/Punkte].
Er hat <strong>sechzehn</strong> Jahre Erfahrung.
어휘 가족
명사
형용사
관련
사용법
High
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Mispronouncing the 'ch' sound.
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The 'ch' in 'sechzehn' is a guttural sound from the back of the throat.
Learners often substitute an English 'sh' or 'k' sound for the German 'ch'. Practice the sound by itself and then in the word 'sechzehn'.
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Adding articles like 'die' or 'der' before 'sechzehn'.
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Sechzehn Autos.
When 'sechzehn' functions as a simple quantifier, it usually precedes the noun directly without an article. 'Die sechzehn Autos' is generally incorrect in this context.
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Pronouncing 'z' as 'z' in 'zoo'.
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The 'z' in 'sechzehn' sounds like 'ts'.
The German 'z' is pronounced like 'ts' in 'cats'. So, it's closer to 'tsekh-tsehn' than 'zekh-tsehn'.
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Confusing 'sechzehn' with 'siebzehn' or 'sechs'.
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Sechzehn means sixteen.
These numbers have distinct sounds and meanings. 'Sechs' is six, 'siebzehn' is seventeen. Careful listening and pronunciation practice are needed.
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Using 'sechzehn' for ordinal positions.
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Use 'sechzehnte' for ordinal positions.
'Sechzehn' is for quantity. For position (like 'the sixteenth'), use 'sechzehnte' (e.g., 'die sechzehnte Seite').
팁
Master the 'ech' Sound
The 'ch' in 'sechzehn' is a voiceless velar fricative. Practice making this sound by pushing air through the back of your throat, like clearing your throat gently. It's not like the 'ch' in 'chair' or 'school'.
Connect to English
Relate 'sechzehn' to 'sixteen'. Notice the 'sech-' part is similar to 'six'. Imagine six plus ten equals sixteen.
Build Sentences
Create your own sentences using 'sechzehn' in different contexts. Try saying 'Ich bin sechzehn,' 'Das kostet sechzehn Euro,' and 'Es ist sechzehn Uhr' regularly.
Invariable Number
Remember that 'sechzehn' does not change its form. It's always 'sechzehn', regardless of the noun's gender or case when used as a cardinal number.
Significant Age
Recognize that sixteen is a notable age in German culture, often associated with gaining new freedoms and responsibilities, similar to many English-speaking countries.
Listen Actively
When listening to German speakers, try to pick out the number 'sechzehn'. Pay attention to how it's pronounced and the situation in which it's used.
Learn Numbers 1-20
Mastering the numbers from one to twenty, including 'sechzehn', provides a strong foundation for understanding larger numbers and performing basic calculations in German.
Avoid Articles
Be cautious about adding articles like 'die' or 'der' before 'sechzehn' when it's simply stating a quantity. Usually, it's 'sechzehn Autos', not 'die sechzehn Autos'.
Use in Daily Life
Try to use 'sechzehn' whenever an opportunity arises, whether it's thinking about a price, an age, or a time, to reinforce your learning.
암기하기
기억법
Think of 'sechs' (six) and 'zehn' (ten). Combine them to get 'sechzehn'. Imagine six plus ten items making a total of sixteen. You could also associate the 'ech' sound with a rough, scratchy feeling, like counting sixteen rough stones.
시각적 연상
Picture the number 6 next to the number 10, forming the number 16. Or visualize a group of six items and another group of ten items coming together to make a total of sixteen.
Word Web
챌린지
Try to use 'sechzehn' in at least three different sentences today: one about age, one about a price, and one about a quantity of objects. For example: 'Ich bin sechzehn.', 'Das kostet sechzehn Euro.', 'Wir haben sechzehn Bücher.'
어원
The word 'sechzehn' originates from Old High German 'sehstzëhan' and Proto-Germanic '*seksa-tahund'. It is a compound word formed from 'sechs' (six) and 'zehn' (ten).
원래 의미: Literally 'six-ten'.
Germanic문화적 맥락
When discussing age, especially for teenagers, be mindful of privacy and context. While 'sechzehn' is a common age, avoid making assumptions or intrusive inquiries.
In English, the number sixteen is also a significant age, often marking the transition to more independence, like getting a driver's license in many US states. The structure of the number itself ('six' + 'teen') is similar in concept to the German 'sechs' + 'zehn'.
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Shopping and Prices
- Was kostet das?
- Das macht sechzehn Euro.
- Ist das sechzehn Euro?
- Ich brauche sechzehn Stück.
Age
- Ich bin sechzehn.
- Er ist sechzehn Jahre alt.
- Sie wird bald sechzehn.
Time
- Es ist sechzehn Uhr.
- Der Zug fährt um sechzehn Uhr ab.
- Wir treffen uns um sechzehn.
Quantities and Counting
- Wir haben sechzehn Stühle.
- Es sind sechzehn Leute hier.
- Ich habe sechzehn Bücher gelesen.
Dates
- Der sechzehnte Mai.
- Am sechzehnten des Monats.
대화 시작하기
"Was ist dein Lieblingsalter, und warum?"
"Wenn du sechzehn wärst, was würdest du am liebsten tun?"
"Stell dir vor, du gibst sechzehn Euro aus. Was würdest du kaufen?"
"Welche sechzehn Dinge würdest du auf eine einsame Insel mitnehmen?"
"Wie spät ist es jetzt? Ist es sechzehn Uhr?"
일기 주제
Beschreibe einen Tag, an dem du sechzehn Jahre alt warst, oder stelle dir vor, wie dieser Tag wäre.
Liste sechzehn Dinge auf, für die du dankbar bist.
Überlege dir einen Grund, warum die Zahl sechzehn für dich besonders ist.
Schreibe eine kurze Geschichte, in der die Zahl sechzehn eine wichtige Rolle spielt.
Wenn du sechzehn Euro hättest, wie würdest du sie am besten ausgeben?
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문'Sechzehn' is the German word for the number sixteen (16). It is a cardinal number used to indicate quantity.
The pronunciation is approximately 'ZEKH-tsehn'. The 'z' sounds like 'ts', and the 'ch' is a guttural sound made in the back of the throat. The stress is on the first syllable.
'Sechzehn' is used in various contexts, such as stating age (e.g., 'Ich bin sechzehn' - I am sixteen), prices (e.g., 'sechzehn Euro'), time (e.g., 'sechzehn Uhr' - 4 PM), and counting objects or people.
No, as a cardinal number, 'sechzehn' is invariable. It does not change its form based on the gender or case of the noun it modifies.
'Sechzehn' is the cardinal number (sixteen), indicating quantity. 'Sechzehnte' is the ordinal number (sixteenth), indicating position in a sequence. For example, 'sechzehn Autos' (sixteen cars) versus 'das sechzehnte Auto' (the sixteenth car).
In the 24-hour clock system, 4 PM is 'sechzehn Uhr'. So, you would say 'Es ist sechzehn Uhr.'
Yes, sixteen is a significant age in Germany as it's the age for obtaining certain driver's licenses, purchasing tobacco, and entering clubs unaccompanied. It's often seen as a step towards adulthood.
Common mistakes include mispronouncing the 'ech' sound (often pronounced like 'sh' or 'k') and the initial 'z' sound (which should be like 'ts').
'Sechzehn' is equivalent to 'sixteen'. Both share roots related to 'six' and 'ten', though the German structure is 'six-ten' (sechs-zehn) and the English is 'six-teen'.
Generally, when 'sechzehn' functions as a simple quantifier before a noun, it does not take an article (e.g., 'sechzehn Bücher'). Articles might be used in specific constructions or when referring to 'those sixteen' items in a particular context.
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Summary
Sechzehn is the German word for the number sixteen. It is a fundamental cardinal number used ubiquitously in everyday communication for counting, stating ages, prices, and quantities, and is crucial for basic comprehension and expression in German.
- Sechzehn means sixteen.
- It's a basic cardinal number.
- Used for counting, age, time, prices.
- Essential for everyday German.
Master the 'ech' Sound
The 'ch' in 'sechzehn' is a voiceless velar fricative. Practice making this sound by pushing air through the back of your throat, like clearing your throat gently. It's not like the 'ch' in 'chair' or 'school'.
Context is Key
Always pay attention to the context when you hear or read 'sechzehn'. Is it referring to age, time, price, or a quantity? This will help you understand its specific meaning.
Connect to English
Relate 'sechzehn' to 'sixteen'. Notice the 'sech-' part is similar to 'six'. Imagine six plus ten equals sixteen.
Build Sentences
Create your own sentences using 'sechzehn' in different contexts. Try saying 'Ich bin sechzehn,' 'Das kostet sechzehn Euro,' and 'Es ist sechzehn Uhr' regularly.
관련 콘텐츠
general 관련 단어
ab
A1〜부터. '내일부터 공부할 거야.' (Ab morgen werde ich lernen.)
abends
A2저녁에 / 저녁마다. '저녁에 책을 읽어요.'
aber
A1'aber'는 영어의 'but'에 해당하는 단어로, '하지만' 또는 '그러나'라는 뜻입니다.
abgelegen
B1remote
ablehnen
A2제안이나 초대를 거절하다. 그녀는 그의 초대를 거절했다.
abschließen
A2열쇠로 잠그다. 학업을 마치거나 계약을 체결하다.
abseits
A2abseits는 주요 장소나 평소 다니는 길에서 떨어진 곳에 있다는 뜻이에요.
acht
A1숫자 8 (여덟).
Achte
A1여덟 번째 (서수).
achten
A2주의를 기울이다 (auf와 함께) 또는 존경하다.