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Learning numbers is one of the most useful skills when you start a new language. In Croatian, knowing how to count allows you to shop, ask about prices, give your phone number, and understand basic information in everyday life.
In this article, we’ll teach you how to count from 1 to 20 in Croatian, plus give you tips on how to use numbers in real-life conversations.
Why Learn Numbers First?
Numbers are everywhere: shopping, appointments, addresses, phone numbers, prices, and dates.
By mastering Croatian numbers early, you’ll be able to handle many everyday situations with confidence — even if you know just a few other words.
Croatian Numbers 1–20
Here’s the full list of Croatian numbers from 1 to 20:
| Number | Croatian | Pronunciation tip |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | jedan | yeh-dahn |
| 2 | dva | dvah |
| 3 | tri | tree |
| 4 | četiri | cheh-tee-ree |
| 5 | pet | peht |
| 6 | šest | shehst |
| 7 | sedam | seh-dahm |
| 8 | osam | oh-sahm |
| 9 | devet | deh-vet |
| 10 | deset | deh-set |
| 11 | jedanaest | yeh-dah-nah-ehst |
| 12 | dvanaest | dvah-nah-ehst |
| 13 | trinaest | tree-nah-ehst |
| 14 | četrnaest | cheh-ter-nah-ehst |
| 15 | petnaest | peht-nah-ehst |
| 16 | šesnaest | shesh-nah-ehst |
| 17 | sedamnaest | seh-dahm-nah-ehst |
| 18 | osamnaest | oh-sahm-nah-ehst |
| 19 | devetnaest | deh-vet-nah-ehst |
| 20 | dvadeset | dvah-deh-set |
Using Numbers in Everyday Conversations
Here are some practical examples of how numbers are used in Croatian:
| English | Croatian |
|---|---|
| How much does this cost? | Koliko ovo košta? |
| I have two brothers. | Imam dva brata. |
| I live at number 15. | Živim na broju petnaest. |
| My phone number is… | Moj broj telefona je… |
| How old are you? | Koliko imate godina? / Koliko imaš godina? |
Tips for Learning Croatian Numbers
- Practice aloud — repetition helps you memorize and perfect your pronunciation.
- Use numbers daily — count objects around you, read price tags, or practice saying your phone number.
- Mix numbers with simple sentences to start building real communication skills.
Conclusion
Learning Croatian numbers from 1 to 20 is a straightforward yet powerful step toward using the language in real-life situations.
With just these numbers, you’ll already be able to navigate shops, restaurants, and basic conversations much more easily.
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