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88 in Words

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Every day we use number to measure and understand time, distance and for counting money, it is extremely hard to lead your life without knowing your numbers. Hence, in this article, we will be learning how to write 88 in numbers.

88 in Words for Canadian Students
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88 in Words

88 in words is ‘eighty-eight’. We should take place values for each digit to learn to write a number in words. This is a simple method which helps students to understand the process better.

 

88 in words

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How to Write 88 in Words?

The Indian numerical system is one of the most used numerical system across the world. In the Indian numeral system, we write place values of digits in a sequence starting from ones, tens, hundreds, going up to thousands.

 

So now let's try to write 88 in words, by following the above sequence

 

Tens

Ones

8

8

 

We can see that we have 8 in one's place and 8 is in ten's place. Hence, 88 in words would be written as eighty-eight

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Learn More About the Number 88

Few mathematical properties of 88 are discussed below - 

 

Mathematical Property

Answers

Is 88 a prime number?

No

Is 88 a composite number?

Yes

Is 88 a perfect square?

No

Is 88 a perfect cube?

No

Square root of 88

9.38

Cube root of 88

4.43

Is 88 an even number?

Yes

Is 88 an odd number?

No

Factors of 88

1, 2, 4, 8, 11, 22, 44, and 88

Prime factors of 88

2 and 11

Multiples of 88

88, 176, 264, 352, 440, 528…

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Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in 88 in Words

It's normal for students to face difficulty while learning these particular concepts. Given below are few of the major mistakes made by students-

Mistake 1

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Getting confused with teen numbers

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Students may sometimes get confused between teens and use them at the wrong place, wherein they may write forty as fourteen since they found similar.

Mistake 2

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Wrong representation of decimal numbers

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When converting decimal number to words, one common mistake we do is write them in terms of points whereas they need to be written as “and” for example we would write 3.5 as three and five tenths.

Mistake 3

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Grammatical Mistakes

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Sometimes students may pluralize their writing when it is not required. They may write twenties when writing in plural form rather than just twenty.

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FAQs on 88 in Words

1.How to write 64 in words?

64 will be written as ‘sixty-four’ in words, Because while using the Indian numerical system, we will find that 6 is in the ten’s place and 4 is in the one’s place.

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2.How to write 114 in words?

Now if we perform the Indian numerical system operation on 114 we find that 1 is in hundred’s place, 1 in ten’s place and 4 is in one’s place, hence 114 is equal to one hundred fourteen.

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3.Write all the divisors of 88

Divisors of 88 are the numbers which can divide 88 without leaving any reminders. The numbers include 1, 2, 4, 8, 11, 22, 44, 88.

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4.What is the square root of 88?

By using the long division method, we can get the square root of 88 which comes out approximately as 9.38.

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5.How many place values does 88 consists of?

88 consists of total 2 place values which are place value of ten and one, and is written as eighty-eight.

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6.How can children in Canada use numbers in everyday life to understand 88 in Words?

Numbers appear everywhere—from counting money to measuring ingredients. Kids in Canada see how 88 in Words helps solve real problems, making numbers meaningful beyond the classroom.

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7.What are some fun ways kids in Canada can practice 88 in Words with numbers?

Games like board games, sports scoring, or even cooking help children in Canada use numbers naturally. These activities make practicing 88 in Words enjoyable and connected to their world.

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8.What role do numbers and 88 in Words play in helping children in Canada develop problem-solving skills?

Working with numbers through 88 in Words sharpens reasoning and critical thinking, preparing kids in Canada for challenges inside and outside the classroom.

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9.How can families in Canada create number-rich environments to improve 88 in Words skills?

Families can include counting chores, measuring recipes, or budgeting allowances, helping children connect numbers and 88 in Words with everyday activities.

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Important Glossaries for 88 in Words

  • Factors: Numbers which divide the number completely, leaving no reminders.

 

  • Even number: Even numbers are the numbers which can be divided by 2 leaving no reminder

 

  • Mathematical properties: The rules and terms used in mathematics to derive meaning and solve equations.

 

  • Cube root: it is a value related to the number which when multiplied by itself 3 times gives the original number.
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At BrightCHAMPS, we understand numbers are more than just symbols they open the door to countless chances! Our aim is to help children across Canada develop strong math skills, focusing today on the 88 in Words with an emphasis on numbers in words in a way that’s fun, engaging, and easy to understand. Whether your child is figuring out how quickly a roller coaster speeds through Canada’s Wonderland, keeping track of hockey game scores, or budgeting their allowance for the latest gadgets, mastering numbers builds their confidence in everyday life. Our hands-on lessons make math simple and enjoyable. Because children in Canada learn in various ways, we customize our approach for each learner. From Toronto’s lively streets to British Columbia’s stunning landscapes, BrightCHAMPS brings math to life, making it meaningful and exciting across Canada. Let’s make numbers in words a fun part of every child’s math journey!
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Hiralee Lalitkumar Makwana has almost two years of teaching experience. She is a number ninja as she loves numbers. Her interest in numbers can be seen in the way she cracks math puzzles and hidden patterns.

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