45 = XLV
Split 45 into 40 + 5 and write each part: XL (40) + V (5) = XLV.
XLV uses subtraction: XL = 40. 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 |
|---|---|
| 41 | XLI |
| 42 | XLII |
| 43 | XLIII |
| 44 | XLIV |
| 46 | XLVI |
| 47 | XLVII |
| 48 | XLVIII |
| 49 | XLIX |