Indian vs international number names
| Number | Indian system | International system |
|---|---|---|
| 1,00,000 (100,000) | One lakh | One hundred thousand |
| 10,00,000 (1,000,000) | Ten lakh | One million |
| 1,00,00,000 (10,000,000) | One crore | Ten million |
| 1,00,00,00,000 (1,000,000,000) | One hundred crore | One billion |
Writing amounts on a cheque
- Write the amount in words starting at the left edge, and end with “Only” so nothing can be added.
- ₹ 1,25,750.50 → Rupees One Lakh Twenty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty and Fifty Paise Only.
- The words and the figures must match. If they differ, banks usually reject the cheque.
Frequently asked questions
How do I write 15,00,000 in words?
Fifteen lakh (Indian) or one million five hundred thousand (international).
Is it “lakh” or “lakhs”?
In formal writing on cheques and invoices, “lakh” and “crore” stay singular: Two Lakh, Five Crore. “Lakhs” is common in everyday speech.