4 = IV
4 is written with just IV.
IV uses subtraction: IV = 4. A smaller symbol before a larger one is subtracted.
| Symbol | I | V | X | L | C | D | M |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | 1 | 5 | 10 | 50 | 100 | 500 | 1,000 |
Need another number? Use the Roman numeral converter (both directions).
| Number | Roman numeral |
|---|---|
| 1 | I |
| 2 | II |
| 3 | III |
| 5 | V |
| 6 | VI |
| 7 | VII |
| 8 | VIII |