742 in Words
How do you write 742 in words?
The number 742 is written seven hundred forty two in words. As an ordinal it is seven hundred forty second, and on a check you would write Seven hundred forty two and 00/100.
Last updated 19 June 2026
Other ways to write it
| Cardinal | seven hundred forty two |
|---|---|
| Ordinal | seven hundred forty second |
| Currency | seven hundred forty two dollars |
| Check format | Seven hundred forty two and 00/100 |
How number-to-words spelling works
A cardinal number names a quantity (seven hundred forty two), while an ordinal names a position (seven hundred forty second). 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 742
- 742 is an even number.
- It is not a prime number.
- Digit sum: 13.
- Roman numerals: DCCXLII.
- Binary: 1011100110.
- Hexadecimal: 2E6.
| Digit | Place |
|---|---|
| 7 | hundreds |
| 4 | tens |
| 2 | ones |
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Frequently asked questions
How do you write 742 in words?
742 in words is "seven hundred forty two".
How do you spell 742?
742 is spelled "seven hundred forty two".
How do you write 742 on a check?
On a check, write "Seven hundred forty two and 00/100".