zeoi6 sou3序數序数
Jyutpingzeoi6 sou3
Yalejeuih sou
Definition
Ordinal number; a number that indicates position or order.
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How it's used
While 序數 is the formal grammatical term for ordinal numbers, it is rarely used in daily conversation. People almost exclusively use the prefix 第 followed by a number to express order. You will mostly encounter this term in school textbooks or formal linguistic discussions rather than in casual speech.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 序數 as a conversational word. If you want to say 'first' or 'second' in a natural way, always use 第一 or 第二 instead of trying to classify them as 序數.
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Grammar guides
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