Number to Words Converter

What this tool does

Write a whole number in English, or turn simple English number words back into a number. The range is -999,999,999 through 999,999,999.

How to use

1. Choose number to words or words to number.
2. Enter the number or the words.
3. Press Convert.

Examples

• 1,234

  The words are one thousand two hundred thirty-four.

Main features

• Whole numbers through millions.
• Negative numbers and zero.
• A reverse reading of simple English words.

How it works

The converter groups the number into millions, thousands, and the remainder. Tens and ones from 21 through 99 use a hyphen. The word and is not used. Leading zeros are ignored, so 007 is seven.

Tips

• Write twenty-one with a hyphen, or as twenty one.
• Use minus for a negative number.

Limitations

Decimals, billions, and phrases that use the word and are outside this converter.

See the disclaimer for what these tools do not cover.

FAQ

How do you write a number in words?

The page groups millions, thousands, and hundreds, then writes the tens and ones. 123 is one hundred twenty-three.

What range is supported?

Whole numbers from -999,999,999 through 999,999,999.

What happens to leading zeros?

They are ignored. 007 is seven.

Can decimals be converted?

No. Enter a whole number.

Can words be turned back into a number?

Yes, for simple English words in this range, such as one hundred twenty-three or minus twenty.

Are these numbers sent to a server?

No. The number or the words stay in this tab while they are converted. They are not uploaded.

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