To count to 10 in Russian, learn the following numbers and their pronunciations:
| Number | Russian | Pronunciation (approximate) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | один | a-DEEN | Accent on the second syllable. |
| 2 | два | DVA | |
| 3 | три | TREE | |
| 4 | четыре | chi-TIH-rye | |
| 5 | пять | PYAT | |
| 6 | шесть | SHEST | |
| 7 | семь | SYEM | |
| 8 | восемь | VO-syem | |
| 9 | девять | DYE-vyat | |
| 10 | десять | DYE-syat |
Practice saying these numbers out loud until you feel comfortable with the pronunciation. Pay attention to the stresses in the words, as incorrect stress can change the meaning.
