How to Say “ten” in Italian

dieci

/djˈɛtʃɪ/

ten

Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “dieci” is /djˈɛtʃɪ/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

Context

This phrase belongs to the Numbers & Time category. It is suitable for beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "dieci" in Italian?+

The IPA pronunciation is /djˈɛtʃɪ/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

What does "dieci" mean in English?+

"dieci" translates to "ten" in English. It belongs to the Numbers & Time category.

Is "dieci" formal or informal in Italian?+

This is a commonly used expression in everyday Italian conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

More Numbers & Time Phrases

"twenty" → venti

/vˈɛntɪ/

"pieces" → pezzi

/pˈɛtsːɪ/

"one hundred" → cento

/tʃˈɛnto/

"one thousand" → mille

/mˈille/

"What time is it?" → Che ore sono?

/ke ˈore sˈono/

"It is... (plural)" → Sono le...

/sˌono lˈe/

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