Number to Words
Convert any number to words in the Indian numbering system — lakhs, crores, arab. Also supports international (millions, billions).
Indian vs International numbering system
Frequently asked questions
How many lakhs make one crore?
100 lakhs = 1 crore. In digits: 1 lakh = 1,00,000 and 1 crore = 1,00,00,000. The Indian numbering system groups digits in 2s after the first three places (ones, tens, hundreds, then thousands, then lakhs, then crores).
What is one crore in millions?
1 crore = 10 million. So 10 crore = 100 million = 0.1 billion. This conversion is useful when comparing Indian figures to international ones.
What comes after crore in the Indian system?
After crore comes arab (100 crore = 1 arab), then kharab (100 arab = 1 kharab), then neel, padma and shankh. However, only crore and lakh are in common use in Indian business and media.
How is a number written with Indian commas?
In India, commas are placed after the first three digits from the right, then every two digits. For example: 1,23,45,678 (not 123,456,78). This follows the Indian numbering system grouping.
Is the Indian system used in formal/legal documents in India?
Yes. Indian legal, financial and government documents use lakhs and crores. Bank cheques must spell out amounts in words. However, some listed companies also report in millions to align with international financial reporting standards.