240 in Words
How do you write 240 in words?
The number 240 is written two hundred forty in words. As an ordinal it is two hundred fortieth, and on a check you would write Two hundred forty and 00/100.
Last updated 19 June 2026
Other ways to write it
| Cardinal | two hundred forty |
|---|---|
| Ordinal | two hundred fortieth |
| Currency | two hundred forty dollars |
| Check format | Two hundred forty and 00/100 |
How number-to-words spelling works
A cardinal number names a quantity (two hundred forty), while an ordinal names a position (two hundred fortieth). 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 240
- 240 is an even number.
- It is not a prime number.
- Digit sum: 6.
- Roman numerals: CCXL.
- Binary: 11110000.
- Hexadecimal: F0.
| Digit | Place |
|---|---|
| 2 | hundreds |
| 4 | tens |
| 0 | ones |
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Frequently asked questions
How do you write 240 in words?
240 in words is "two hundred forty".
How do you spell 240?
240 is spelled "two hundred forty".
How do you write 240 on a check?
On a check, write "Two hundred forty and 00/100".