How to Say 82 in Spanish | Cardinal and Ordinal Forms Explai
As of 2026, mastering numbers is a fundamental step when learning Spanish. Knowing how to say 82 or "eighty-two" in Spanish, which is written as "ochenta y dos", can greatly enhance your conversational skills.
In Spanish, the number 82 is expressed using two parts: "ochenta" for eighty and "dos" for two. The conjunction "y" (and) connects these numbers to form "ochenta y dos". This rule applies similarly when expressing other two-digit numbers in Spanish.
How to Say 82 in Spanish
The cardinal form of 82 in Spanish is "ochenta y dos". To express the ordinal form, you would say "octogésimo segundo", which means eighty-second. Understanding both forms will help you communicate more effectively.
Pronunciation Guide for 'Ochenta Y Dos'
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- /o/: Similar to the "o" in "boat".
- /tʃ/: The sound made when saying "ch" in "church".
- /e/: Like the "e" in "bet".
- /n/: Similar to the "n" in "nine".
- /t/: The sound of "t" in "top".
- /aɪ/: A combination of sounds similar to "ai" in "aisle".
- /ˈdos/: Made up of /d/, like the "d" in "dog", and /os/, where /o/ is similar to "boat" and /s/ is like "sit".
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Common Phrases Using 'Ochenta Y Dos'
Here are some common phrases using "ochenta y dos":
- There are 82 students in my class.
- This is the 82nd time I've been to Mexico.
(Hay ochenta y dos estudiantes en mi clase.)
(Esta es la octogésimo segunda vez que vengo a México.)
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