Meaning
Asking about the number of countable items.
Cultural Background
In markets, asking 'कितने' is the first step of a long bargaining conversation. Asking 'कितने लोग' is common to ensure enough food is prepared.
Gender Check
Always identify the noun's gender before choosing between कितना/कितनी/कितने.
Meaning
Asking about the number of countable items.
Gender Check
Always identify the noun's gender before choosing between कितना/कितनी/कितने.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct form for 'How many boys?'
____ लड़के?
Boys is masculine plural, so use 'कितने'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises____ लड़के?
Boys is masculine plural, so use 'कितने'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, if you are counting coins or notes.
Related Phrases
कितना
similarHow much (masc. sing.)
कितनी
similarHow much/many (fem.)