Roman Numerals 1 to 10 - Complete Chart
Here are Roman numerals from 1 to 10. These are the basic building blocks you need to learn first: I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X.
Perfect for kids and beginners. Just 3 symbols to memorize: I (1), V (5), and X (10).
| Number | Roman | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | I | |
| 2 | II | |
| 3 | III | |
| 4 | IV | |
| 5 | V | |
| 6 | VI | |
| 7 | VII | |
| 8 | VIII | |
| 9 | IX | |
| 10 | X |
📚 The Basic Roman Numerals (I-X)
Roman numerals 1-10 are the foundation of the entire system. Here you learn the three essential symbols: I (1), V (5), and X (10). These ten numbers appear on traditional clock faces where 4 is often written as IIII (not IV) for visual symmetry with VIII on the opposite side.
⭐ Key Numbers 1 to 10
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💡 Fun Facts
On Roman clocks, 4 is written IIII, not IV. This is for visual symmetry with VIII on the other side.
Ancient Romans had no zero. Their system started directly from I (one).
The word "digit" comes from Latin "digitus" (finger), because humans count with 10 fingers.
🎯 Where You'll Find I-X
These basic numbers appear on: traditional clock faces, Super Bowl I-X (first ten events), numbered lists in legal documents, book prefaces, and monarch names like Edward I through Edward X.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are Roman numerals?
Roman numerals are a number system from ancient Rome using letters: I (1), V (5), X (10), L (50), C (100), D (500), M (1000).
What is 4 in Roman numerals?
4 is written as IV (5 minus 1). This is called subtractive notation.
Why is 9 written as IX?
9 is IX because it means 10 minus 1. Placing I before X subtracts 1 from 10.