What is khmer number?

Khmer numerals are the numerals used in the Khmer language, which is the official language of Cambodia. They have their origins in India, and are closely related to the numerals used in other Southeast Asian languages like Thai and Lao.

At their most basic level, Khmer numerals are based on a decimal system. The digits range from 0 to 9, and each has a unique symbol. These symbols are similar to the Arabic numerals used in Western countries, but with some key differences. For example, the symbol for the numeral 1 in Khmer looks like a small bird standing on one leg.

In addition to the basic digits, Khmer also has additional numerals that represent larger amounts. For example, one thousand is represented by the symbol ១០០០, which is formed by combining the symbols for 1 and 100.

Khmer numerals are used in a variety of contexts in Cambodia, including on banknotes, in official documents, and for numbers on license plates. They are also widely used in everyday life for things like counting money and telling time.