Learning English Vocabulary Ordinal numbers
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Aug 4, 2025 Ever wondered how to express dates using ordinal numbers? Discover their significance in defining positions and celebrating special occasions like birthdays. Dive into practical exercises that make learning engaging and fun. Uncover the differences between ordinal and cardinal numbers while enhancing your everyday language skills. This program is packed with real-life examples and a quiz to reinforce your understanding. Transform how you communicate dates and positions in a delightful way!
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Lawrence's 18th Birthday Party
- Lawrence shared his 18th birthday party experience with 60 friends and relatives at a restaurant on the third floor of a hotel.
- He mentioned winning second prize in a dancing competition during the celebration.
Ordinal vs Cardinal Numbers
- Ordinal numbers like first, second, and 25th describe position or order within a group.
- They differ from cardinal numbers, which are used for counting quantity like 1, 2, 3.
Forming Ordinal Numbers
- To form ordinal numbers from cardinal ones, add "th" to the number (e.g., eighteen to eighteenth).
- Note the exceptions: first, second, and third are irregular and do not follow this rule.