6 in Italian = sei

The number 6 in Italian is "sei" pronounced "SAY-ee" (two syllables).

Quick Answer

Pronunciation

Sei has two syllables: se-i

Step by step:

1. "Se" - Say "SAY" (like English "say")
2. "i" - Say "ee" (like "ee" in "see")
3. Both syllables fairly even: SAY-ee

Common mistakes:

• Saying it as one syllable "say"
• Not pronouncing the final "i"
• Confusing with "sei" (you are) - same spelling!

Sei (6) vs Sei (you are)

Important distinction:

• sei = six (number)
• sei = you are (verb form of "essere")

Context makes it clear:

• "Sono le sei" = It's six o'clock (number)
• "Tu sei italiano" = You are Italian (verb)

Practical Usage

Counting: ...cinque, sei, sette... Phone numbers: 6 = sei Prices: €6 = sei euro Times: 6:00 = le sei Dates: 6th = il sei, sesto (ordinal)

Common Phrases

sei volte: Six times sesto: Sixth (ordinal) tutti e sei: All six alle sei: At six o'clock

Quick Takeaways

• 6 = sei pronounced "SAY-ee"
• Two syllables
• Same spelling as "you are"
• Sesto = sixth (ordinal)
• Pure vowel sounds

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