Learn Romanian: Eu scriu numărul unu.

Eu scriu numărul unu.

I write number one.

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Questions & Answers about Eu scriu numărul unu.

Why do we use unu here instead of un or o?

You use unu when you are just naming the number itself, counting out loud, or doing math. You use un (masculine/neuter) or o (feminine) when the number comes right before a noun, like in un băiat (one boy). Since we are just naming the digit 1 here, we use the bare number unu.

Why does the word for number end in -ul (numărul)?

In Romanian, the word for "the" attaches to the end of the noun instead of coming before it. The base word is număr (number). Adding the suffix -ul turns it into numărul, which means "the number".

Is the word eu required to say "I write"?

No, it is completely optional! In Romanian, the form of the verb itself tells you who is doing the action. scriu means "I write" all on its own. Including eu (I) just adds a little bit of emphasis.

Does scriu mean "I write" or "I am writing"?

It means both! Romanian does not have a separate verb form for actions happening right now like the English "am writing". You just use the standard present tense scriu, and the context tells you which translation works best.