10 in Words
How do you write 10 in words?
The number 10 is written ten in words. As an ordinal it is tenth, and on a check you would write Ten and 00/100.
Last updated 24 August 2026
Other ways to write it
| Cardinal | ten |
|---|---|
| Ordinal | tenth |
| Currency | ten dollars |
| Check format | Ten and 00/100 |
How 10 is written
10 occupies one place value, 10 in the tens place, and is written ten.
Its ordinal form is tenth — only the final element takes the ordinal ending — and on a check the amount line reads "Ten and 00/100", where 00/100 stands for zero cents.
For house-style rules on spelling out numbers, see the Chicago Manual of Style.
Facts about 10
- 10 is an even number.
- It is not a prime number.
- Digit sum: 1.
- Roman numerals: X.
- Binary: 1010.
- Hexadecimal: A.
| Digit | Place |
|---|---|
| 1 | tens |
| 0 | ones |
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Frequently asked questions
How do you write 10 in words?
10 in words is "ten".
How do you spell 10?
10 is spelled "ten".
How do you write 10 on a check?
On a check, write "Ten and 00/100".