In this B1 intermediate lesson, we focus on the highest-frequency mistakes language learners make with cardinal numbers. We explore vital grammatical mechanics, such as the precise placement of the word ‘and’ in large numbers and why English cardinal numbers are never pluralised. You will learn how number words function differently when used as indefinite nouns (tens, hundreds, millions) and historical terms like ‘dozen’ and ‘score.’ Finally, we look at written punctuation rules involving hyphens, commas, and decimal points, while introducing the highly versatile, informal conversational suffix ‘-ish.’ Follow the transcript online to embed your learning quickly.

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