Introduction to Numbers 1- 10 in Igbo (Ọnụ ọgụgụ) taught by Uzoma Veer
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Watch a recording of Session 7 from our free Igbo language class held on Zoom below.
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Quick recap
The session focused on teaching Igbo numbers and their pronunciation, with Uzoma leading a lesson on counting from zero to ten and explaining key concepts like cardinal and ordinal numbers.
Summary
Igbo Numbers and Pronunciation
Uzoma introduces the topic of numbers in Igbo, focusing on counting from zero to ten. He explains that "efu" means zero and discusses its connection to the concept of emptiness or being lost. Uzoma emphasizes the importance of numbers as the foundation of mathematics and counting, which is called "ogugu" in Igbo. He then prepares to lead a pronunciation exercise for the numbers, asking Data and others to repeat after him.
Igbo Numbers Pronunciation Practice
The group discusses Igbo numbers, including ordinal and cardinal numbers. Uzoma explains that the pronunciations and mentions that a future lesson will cover when to use different types of numbers. The participants practice pronouncing various Igbo words and numbers together.
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Meet Your Instructor
Uzoma Veer is a creative professional and founder of Veepress Integrated Services. Passionate about purposeful design and communication, Uzoma works as a UI designer, social media manager, Igbo tutor, translator, creative writer, and public speaker.
