82 in Words

Not placing digits in the correct place value order.

Always ensure that the correct place value is used. A hyphen should be used to separate tens and ones in compound numbers from twenty-one through ninety-nine.

Example:

Incorrect: Eighty two

Correct: Eighty-two

Removing zeros when reading larger numbers aloud

Although not directly applicable to 82, when reading numbers like 205, students may sometimes assume that 0 needs to be omitted, which is incorrect. This affects pronunciation. Make sure to include zeros as part of the number’s place value.

Example:

Incorrect: 205 (if we omit the zero we would read it as twenty-five)

Correct: 205 should be read as two hundred five

Confusing similar sounding words with each other and making spelling mistakes.

There are numbers that have similar sounds. Ensure clear pronunciation and avoid spelling errors when writing numbers in words.

Example: Eighty being mistaken for eighteen. 82 being written as eight two.

Overuse of the word ‘and’

Overusing the word ‘and’ is a common mistake, especially with larger numbers.

Example:

Incorrect: 137 = One and hundred and thirty-seven

Correct: 137 = One hundred thirty-seven (notice the placement of ‘and’)

Reading or writing the numbers in the wrong order.

When learning to write numbers in words, it's possible to struggle with the sequence. Emphasize the importance of place values. Begin from the largest to the smallest number.

Example:

Incorrect: 1,225 = One thousand twenty-two hundred and five

Correct: 1,225 = One thousand two hundred twenty-five.