Hundred in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'hundred' is 'cien', pronounced SYEHN (IPA: /ˈsjen/). It is a B1-level number.
Pronunciation: SYEHN
| Spanish | cien |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | SYEHN · /ˈsjen/ |
| Part of speech | number |
| Level | B1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'cien'
- Este pueblo tiene más de cien años de historia.
This town has more than a hundred years of history. - ¿Cuánto te costó? Me costó cien pesos exactos.
How much did it cost you? It cost me exactly one hundred pesos. - Hay cien personas invitadas a la boda.
There are a hundred people invited to the wedding. - Mi abuela cumplió cien años en marzo y toda la familia viajó para celebrarlo con ella.
My grandmother turned one hundred in March and the whole family traveled to celebrate with her.
Common Phrases with 'cien'
- cien por ciento
one hundred percent - cientos de personas
hundreds of people - al cien
at one's best / at full capacity (Mexico)
How to Use 'cien'
Use 'cien' for exactly 100 and before nouns or larger numbers: 'cien libros', 'cien mil'. Use 'ciento' when another number follows: 'ciento dos' (102), and in percentages: 'el diez por ciento'. The plural noun 'cientos de' means 'hundreds of'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'hundred' in Spanish?
'Hundred' in Spanish is 'cien', pronounced SYEHN.
How do you spell 'cien'?
It is spelled c-i-e-n.
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