Spanish Edition (Números a Letras)

Spanish Amount in Words Converter

Convert numbers to Spanish words flawlessly. Ideal for filling out cheques, invoices, and legal documents in Spain and Latin America.

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Recommended for cheque writing standards.


Cheque Visual Preview

GLOBAL VIRTUAL BANK Authorized Financial Institution
Date
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Pay To
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⑈ 123456789 ⑈ 001234567890 ⑈ 1234
Authorized Sign
Authorized Signature

* This image simulates a bank cheque for educational and verification purposes only.

Mastering Spanish Number Grammar

Built to handle the unique conjunctions and spelling rules of the Spanish language.

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The "Y" Conjunction Rule

Automatically merges numbers 21-29 (veintiuno) and properly adds "y" for 31-99 (treinta y uno) according to RAE guidelines.

Spain & Latin America

Supports the Euro (EUR) for Spain, and currencies like MXN, COP, ARS, CLP, and USD for Latin American countries.

Gender Agreement

Smartly applies masculine and feminine rules for hundreds (e.g., doscientos vs doscientas) based on the currency unit.

Rules for "Números a Letras"

Translating figures to words in Spanish involves several specific grammatical rules to ensure validity in legal documents:

One Word vs. Three Words:

Numbers up to 29 are written as one word. Numbers from 31 to 99 are written as three words, separated by "y" (and).
Example 1: 22 = veintidós (One word)
Example 2: 45 = cuarenta y cinco (Three words)

The "Mil" Rule:

Unlike English (One Thousand), in Spanish, you never say "un mil". It is simply mil.
Example: 1,500 = mil quinientos

Cómo llenar un cheque (How to write a cheque)

Whether you are in Mexico, Colombia, or Spain, here is the standard way to write a cheque to avoid fraud:

  • "La suma de:" On the line where the amount is spelled out, start with a capital letter and write the amount clearly.
  • Centavos as Fractions: Write the cents as a fraction over 100 at the end of the text. For example: Mil doscientos pesos 50/100 M.N. (M.N. stands for Moneda Nacional in Mexico).
  • Use "Moneda Nacional": In Latin America, it is common practice to specify the currency explicitly, usually adding M.N. to indicate the local currency.

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Spanish Numbers Frequently Asked Questions

How do you write 1200 in Spanish?
The number 1200 in Spanish is written as "mil doscientos". Note that you do not say "un mil" for 1000, just "mil".
What is the rule for writing numbers with 'y' in Spanish?
In Spanish, numbers from 31 to 99 are separated by the conjunction "y" (and). For example, 31 is "treinta y uno". However, numbers from 21 to 29 are written as a single word (e.g., 21 is "veintiuno").
Which currencies are supported in the Spanish converter?
Our Spanish converter supports the Euro (EUR) for Spain, and all major Latin American currencies including the Mexican Peso (MXN), Colombian Peso (COP), Argentine Peso (ARS), and US Dollar (USD).
Do Spanish numbers have gender?
Yes, the number 1 (un/una) and hundreds from 200 to 900 (doscientos/doscientas) change their ending based on whether the noun they modify is masculine or feminine (e.g., doscientos euros vs. doscientas libras).