Un
One
Language note: Pronounce it like the English word 'uh', but nasal.
Culture note: The French word for 'one', 'un', is masculine, often used to denote singular masculine nouns.
Context: An exchange student arrives at a French school and is greeted by their teacher. The teacher welcomes them and asks if they know any French numbers.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Un
[uhn]
One
The number that represents a single unit or item.
J'ai un livre.
I have one book.
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