# Italian: Counting in Hundreds and Thousands

Difficulty: beginner

In Italian, 'cento' (hundred) is invariable, meaning it doesn't change even for 200 or 300. However, 'mille' (one thousand) becomes 'mila' when you have two thousand or more. For now, focus on the base forms to get around town!

## Related Vocabulary

| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [venti](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/twenty.md) | /vˈɛntɪ/ | twenty |
| [cento](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/one-hundred.md) | /tʃˈɛnto/ | one hundred |
| [mille](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/one-thousand.md) | /mˈille/ | one thousand |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is "Counting in Hundreds and Thousands" in Italian?

In Italian, 'cento' (hundred) is invariable, meaning it doesn't change even for 200 or 300. However, 'mille' (one thousand) becomes 'mila' when you have two thousand or more. For now, focus on the bas...

### Is this grammar topic for beginners?

This topic is at the beginner level. It is a great starting point for new learners.

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- [Pure Vowel Sounds](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/grammar/pure-vowel-sounds.md) (beginner)

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