Number to Words Converter

Write amounts in words correctly for cheques, contracts and invoices, or turn 21 into "twenty-first" for invitations and essays.

How to use the Number to Words Converter

  1. Type or paste your text into the box on the left.
  2. Adjust the options above if you need to. The result updates as you type.
  3. Click Copy result or Download to use your result.

What you can use it for

  • Write amounts on cheques and legal documents
  • Spell out numbers in essays and reports
  • Create ordinals for invitations and rankings

Private by design

The Number to Words Converter runs entirely in your browser. Your text and files are never uploaded or stored on a server, so it is safe for work documents and personal information. It is free, with no sign-up and no limits on how often you use it.

Frequently asked questions

How do I write 1,250.50 on a cheque?

Choose "Cheque / currency", set your currency word (for example "rand" or "dollars") and you get "One thousand two hundred and fifty rand and fifty cents".

Should I use "and"?

British and South African English say "one hundred and five". American English usually leaves "and" out. Toggle it to match your style.