3.10.1.1. Cardinal numerals

Cardinal numerals are number signs indicating the number of the set denoted by the noun they modify.

 

The cardinal numerals in TÄ°D show variance in terms of their etymology. Numerals 1-5 are represented by the number of opened fingers.

 

                

one                                                    two

 

Numerals 6-7-8, on the other hand, resemble the corresponding written Arabic numerals, seen from the perspective of the signer.

 

SIX

 

 Ù¦â€Ž

SEVEN

 

 Ù§

EIGHT

 

Ù¨