Write amounts in words, with optional currency, using million/billion or lakh/crore systems.
What is the Number to Words Converter?
Writing a cheque, invoice or legal document often requires the amount in words. This converter spells out any number in English – for example 125,450.75 becomes "One Lakh Twenty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Rupees and Seventy-Five Paisa Only".
Choose the South Asian system (thousand, lakh, crore) used in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, or the international system (thousand, million, billion). Currencies include rupees, dollars, euros, pounds and dirhams.
How to use the Number to Words Converter
- Enter the number or amount.
- Pick the number system and currency.
- Copy the words – click UPPERCASE for cheque style.
Lakh and crore vs million and billion
| Number | South Asian | International |
|---|---|---|
| 1,00,000 | One lakh | One hundred thousand |
| 10,00,000 | Ten lakh | One million |
| 1,00,00,000 | One crore | Ten million |
| 1,00,00,00,000 | One hundred crore (one arab) | One billion |
Writing amounts on cheques
- Write the amount in words starting at the very left of the line.
- End with "Only" so nothing can be added later.
- Make sure the words match the figures exactly.
Frequently asked questions
How do you write 1,50,000 in words?
One lakh fifty thousand (or one hundred fifty thousand in the international system).
Does it handle decimals?
Yes. With a currency, decimals become paisa or cents.
What is the largest number supported?
Up to 999 trillion.
Can I get the words in Urdu?
Not yet – the output is in English.
This number to words converter is 100% free, needs no signup and works on phones, tablets and computers. Your data is processed in your browser and never uploaded.
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