Roman numeral converter

Convert numbers to Roman numerals and Roman numerals to numbers.

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Roman numeral converter

What is the roman numeral converter?

The Roman numeral converter turns numbers into Roman numerals and Roman numerals into numbers. It detects the direction automatically and shows how the numeral is built, such as MMXXVI = MM (2000) + XX (20) + V (5) + I (1).

Invalid numerals such as IIII or VX are rejected, so you can also use the tool to check that a Roman numeral is written correctly, for years, clock faces, book chapters or tattoos.

How to use the roman numeral converter

  1. 1Type a number or a Roman numeral.
  2. 2The result appears as you type.
  3. 3Copy the converted value.

Features

Both directions

Detected automatically.

Error check

Only correctly written numerals are accepted.

Breakdown

See the parts that make up the numeral.

1 to 3999

The range of standard Roman numerals.

Frequently asked questions

How do you write 2026 in Roman numerals?

MMXXVI: MM (2000) + XX (20) + VI (6).

Why is the limit 3999?

Standard Roman numerals have no symbol above M (1000), and a symbol can't repeat more than three times.

Is 4 written IIII or IV?

IV. IIII appears on some clock faces, but IV is the standard form.

Is there a Roman numeral for zero?

No, the Roman system has no zero.