501 in Words
How do you write 501 in words?
The number 501 is written five hundred one in words. As an ordinal it is five hundred first, and on a check you would write Five hundred one and 00/100.
Last updated 19 June 2026
Other ways to write it
| Cardinal | five hundred one |
|---|---|
| Ordinal | five hundred first |
| Currency | five hundred one dollars |
| Check format | Five hundred one and 00/100 |
How number-to-words spelling works
A cardinal number names a quantity (five hundred one), while an ordinal names a position (five hundred first). 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 501
- 501 is an odd number.
- It is not a prime number.
- Digit sum: 6.
- Roman numerals: DI.
- Binary: 111110101.
- Hexadecimal: 1F5.
| Digit | Place |
|---|---|
| 5 | hundreds |
| 0 | tens |
| 1 | ones |
Try another number
Enter a number above and let the digits reveal your destiny!
Frequently asked questions
How do you write 501 in words?
501 in words is "five hundred one".
How do you spell 501?
501 is spelled "five hundred one".
How do you write 501 on a check?
On a check, write "Five hundred one and 00/100".