How to use the Number to Words Converter
Type a number using digits, with or without commas. The converter writes it out in English words that you can copy into a document or form.
Where numbers in words are needed
Cheques, invoices, loan agreements and legal contracts often write amounts in words as well as digits. The words make it much harder to change a figure later, because turning 1,000 into 9,000 is easy, but rewriting one thousand as nine thousand is not.
How large numbers are named
The converter groups digits in threes from the right and names each group: thousand, million, billion and so on, using the short scale used in English speaking countries today. So 1,000,000,000 is one billion. Some older British texts used the long scale, where a billion meant a million million.
How it works
Group the digits in threes and name each scale.
Examples
- 1250
one thousand two hundred fifty
- 305
three hundred five
- 1000000
one million
Limitations and assumptions
English short-scale names. Numbers up to 36 digits.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I need numbers in words?
Cheques, legal documents and invoices often require the amount in words to prevent alteration.
Does it add "and"?
It follows the American style without "and" inside the number; British usage often adds it after hundreds.
How large a number can I convert?
Large whole numbers up to the limit shown in the tool.
Can I convert words back to numbers?
This tool converts digits to words only.