Hungarian · Numbers & Time

Tíz

ten

Beginnernumeral

Definition

The cardinal number representing ten units.

Example

Tíz éve lakom itt.

I have lived here for ten years.

Etymology

Derived from the Proto-Finno-Ugric *kymmen, 'Tíz' shares roots with similar words in other Uralic languages, indicating a long-standing tradition of numbering in the language family.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in various contexts, 'Tíz' is appropriate for both spoken and written formats and is considered neutral, applicable in both casual and formal scenarios.

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