47 = XLVII
Split 47 into 40 + 7 and write each part: XL (40) + VII (7) = XLVII.
XLVII 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 |
|---|---|
| 43 | XLIII |
| 44 | XLIV |
| 45 | XLV |
| 46 | XLVI |
| 48 | XLVIII |
| 49 | XLIX |
| 50 | L |
| 51 | LI |