6. Numbers and Counting – From Zero to Hero (and Maybe 100!) 🔢🇮🇹 #

Numbers are everywhere—markets, restaurants, and even on the train when Geoff realizes he’s sitting in carriage 12 instead of 2. Mastering Italian numbers is more than just math; it’s the key to navigating daily life with confidence (and avoiding accidental over-purchases).

What You’ll Learn #

In this section, you’ll dive into:

• The basics: Numbers from 0 to 100.
• Practical applications: Dates, times, and prices.
• Fun counting games to keep things lively (Viktor’s idea, of course).

Why It’s Important #

Picture this:

• Geoff: Quanto costano questi pomodori? (How much do these tomatoes cost?)
• Viktor (the vendor): Due euro al chilo. (Two euros per kilo.)
• Geoff: Perfetto, prendo dodici chili. (Perfect, I’ll take 12 kilos.)
  (Viktor stares as Geoff attempts to carry a mountain of tomatoes home.)

Numbers in Italian will save you from comedic misadventures and help you impress the locals with your precision.

Viktor’s Counting Tips #

Viktor says:

“Start slow—uno, due, tre. Build confidence, and soon you’ll be counting like an opera singer reaching a high note!”

What’s Next? #

Ready to start your numerical journey? Begin with Lesson 6.1, where you’ll learn the foundation:

• Lesson 6.1: Numbers 0–20 – The Building Blocks of Counting
• Lesson 6.2: Counting to 100 – Double Digits Made Easy
• Lesson 6.3: Dates and Times – Numbers in Action

✨ Let’s count together! Uno, due, tre… Buona fortuna! 🎉