Roman Numeral Converter
Convert Arabic numbers to Roman numerals and vice versa. Step-by-step explanation, free and no registration required.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Roman numerals work?
Roman numerals use letters: I=1, V=5, X=10, L=50, C=100, D=500, M=1000. Smaller values before larger ones are subtracted (IV=4, IX=9). Numbers are read left to right.
What is the largest number in Roman numerals?
Standard Roman numerals go up to 3,999 (MMMCMXCIX). Larger numbers use a vinculum (bar above) to multiply by 1,000, but this is rarely needed in modern usage.
Does the calculator show the working steps?
Yes. In addition to the final result the calculator displays the intermediate steps so you can follow the solution — ideal for school, university or homework.
Guide
Quick Answer
The Roman numerals calculator converts Arabic numbers into Roman numeral notation and vice versa.
What is the Roman Numeral Converter?
The Roman numerals calculator converts Arabic numbers into Roman numeral notation and vice versa.
How does the Roman Numeral Converter work?
Enter an Arabic number (1-3,999) or Roman numerals. The calculator converts to the other form. The subtractive rule (e.g. IV = 4) is correctly applied.
Key Data and Facts
Basic symbols: I=1, V=5, X=10, L=50, C=100, D=500, M=1,000. Subtractive rule: IV=4, IX=9, XL=40, XC=90, CD=400, CM=900. Max. standard notation: 3,999 (MMMCMXCIX).
Step-by-Step Guide
How to use the Roman numeral calculator step by step: 1. Choose the input direction -- Arabic to Roman or Roman to Arabic. 2. Enter the number -- for Arabic numbers, enter a value between 1 and 3,999. For Roman numerals, enter the characters I, V, X, L, C, D, M. 3. Read the result -- the calculator displays the converted number immediately. 4. Understand the subtraction rule: a smaller character placed before a larger one is subtracted. IV = 5 - 1 = 4, IX = 10 - 1 = 9, XL = 50 - 10 = 40, XC = 100 - 10 = 90. 5. Addition rule: identical or descending characters are added. VIII = 5 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 8. A maximum of three identical characters in a row (III = 3, but 4 = IV, not IIII). Typical uses: years on buildings (MMXXVI = 2026), chapter and section numbering, clock faces. Tip: break large numbers down from left to right into thousands, hundreds, tens and units.
Calculation Example
Arabic 1994 to Roman: 1000=M, 900=CM, 90=XC, 4=IV — result: MCMXCIV. Roman CDLXVII to Arabic: 400+50+10+5+1+1 = 467.
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