0 in Words
How do you write 0 in words?
The number 0 is written zero in words. As an ordinal it is zeroth, and on a check you would write Zero and 00/100.
Last updated 19 June 2026
Other ways to write it
| Cardinal | zero |
|---|---|
| Ordinal | zeroth |
| Currency | zero dollars |
| Check format | Zero and 00/100 |
How number-to-words spelling works
A cardinal number names a quantity (zero), while an ordinal names a position (zeroth). English hyphenates compound numbers from twenty-one to ninety-nine and groups digits into thousands, millions, and billions.
For house-style rules on spelling out numbers, see the Chicago Manual of Style, or read our guide to spelling numbers in words.
Facts about 0
- 0 is an even number.
- It is not a prime number.
- Digit sum: 0.
- Binary: 0.
- Hexadecimal: 0.
| Digit | Place |
|---|---|
| 0 | ones |
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Frequently asked questions
How do you write 0 in words?
0 in words is "zero".
How do you spell 0?
0 is spelled "zero".
How do you write 0 on a check?
On a check, write "Zero and 00/100".