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Last updated on August 5, 2025

Number Names 1 to 5

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Number names are a way of expressing the written form of numbers using letters. Learning number names will help you learn the basics of counting, addressing parcels, official documents, and so on. In this topic, we will learn number names from 1 to 5.

Number Names 1 to 5 for US Students
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Number Names 1 to 5

These are the words that we use to represent numbers, which makes them easier to read.
Take the number 3 — it is written as ‘Three’.

Writing numbers in words not only helps us write legal documents and fill forms, but it also improves a student's spelling skills.

There are two different ways of naming numbers:

  • The Indian Numbering System

  • The International Numbering System

Understanding both systems will help in communication and in arithmetic calculations.
Now, let’s discuss the two numbering systems.

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Indian Numbering System

In the Indian Numbering System, digits are assigned place values starting from the right. These place values include ones, tens, hundreds, and thousands, and continue to grow as the number increases.

For example, in the number 4, the digit 4 is in the ones place.

Starting from the right, the place value order is:
Ones → Tens → Hundreds → Thousands → Ten Thousands → Lakhs → Ten Lakhs → Crores

Each digit has a value based on its position in the number.

Let’s take an example: 4,23,657
The number is written as: Four Lakhs Twenty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Seven

The digits are placed as:

  • 4 in the lakhs place

  • 2 in the ten thousands place

  • 3 in the thousands place

  • 6 in the hundreds place

  • 5 in the tens place

  • 7 in the ones place

    In the Indian Numbering System, digits are assigned place values starting from the right. These place values include ones, tens, hundreds, and thousands, and continue to grow as the number increases.

    For example, in the number 4, the digit 4 is in the ones place.

    Starting from the right, the place value order is:
    Ones → Tens → Hundreds → Thousands → Ten Thousands → Lakhs → Ten Lakhs → Crores

    Each digit has a value based on its position in the number.

    Let’s take an example: 4,23,657
    The number is written as: Four Lakhs Twenty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Seven

    The digits are placed as:

  • 4 in the lakhs place

  • 2 in the ten thousands place

  • 3 in the thousands place

  • 6 in the hundreds place

  • 5 in the tens place

  • 7 in the ones place

    In the Indian Numbering System, digits are assigned place values starting from the right. These place values include ones, tens, hundreds, and thousands, and continue to grow as the number increases.

    For example, in the number 4, the digit 4 is in the ones place.

    Starting from the right, the place value order is:
    Ones → Tens → Hundreds → Thousands → Ten Thousands → Lakhs → Ten Lakhs → Crores

    Each digit has a value based on its position in the number.

    Let’s take an example: 4,23,657
    The number is written as: Four Lakhs Twenty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Seven

    The digits are placed as:

  • 4 in the lakhs place

  • 2 in the ten thousands place

  • 3 in the thousands place

  • 6 in the hundreds place

  • 5 in the tens place

  • 7 in the ones place

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International Numbering System

Just like the Indian Numbering System, the International Numbering System also uses names, but they differ for larger numbers.

Place values start from the right and follow this order:
Ones → Tens → Hundreds → Thousands → Ten Thousands → Hundred Thousands → Millions → Ten Millions → Hundred Millions, and so on.

Let’s take the example: 987,654
The number is written as: Nine Hundred Eighty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Four

The digits are placed as:

  • 9 in the Hundred Thousands place

  • 8 in the Ten Thousands place

  • 7 in the Thousands place

  • 6 in the Hundreds place

  • 5 in the Tens place

  • 4 in the Ones place

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Number Names 1 to 5 Chart

Learning the names of the numbers from 1 to 5 using a chart will make it easy for the students to write the numbers in words. List of Numbers in Words 1 to 5 The list given below shows how numbers from 1 to 5 are written using letters. Learning to write the numbers in words improves their skills in reading and writing.

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Rules for Writing Numbers from 1 to 5

While writing numbers from 1 to 5, there are certain rules to be followed. Below discussed are some rules to keep in mind while writing the names of numbers. Rule 1: Always start naming with the number itself. For example, 3 is written as Three. Rule 2: Use uppercase for the first letter when beginning a sentence. For example, "Four apples are on the table."

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Tips and Tricks for Number Names 1 to 5

Focus on memorizing the number names by associating them with objects you frequently see, like one apple, two books, three pencils, etc. Practice writing the number names repeatedly to improve spelling and recognition. Use flashcards with the numeral on one side and the number name on the other to test your memory.

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Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Number Names 1 to 5

Students can make mistakes while learning number names. Let’s discuss a few mistakes a student can make while writing numbers from 1 to 5.

Mistake 1

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Mixing Up Spellings

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Students often mix up spellings of number names like writing "Three" as "Tree." Practice spelling each number name to avoid this mistake.

Mistake 2

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Incorrect Capitalization

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Not capitalizing the first letter of the number name at the beginning of a sentence. For example, "one dog" should be "One dog."

Mistake 3

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Confusing Pronunciation

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Mispronouncing number names can lead to incorrect spelling. Ensure correct pronunciation to aid in writing the correct number name.

Mistake 4

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Not Memorizing Order

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Students may not memorize the order of numbers, leading to confusion. Practice counting and writing the numbers in the correct sequence.

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Number Names 1 to 5 Examples

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Problem 1

What is 3 + 1 in words?

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Four

Explanation

First, we need to find the sum 3 + 1.

The sum is 4 → 3 + 1 = 4.

We write 4 in words as Four.

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Problem 2

What is 5 - 2 in words?

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Three

Explanation

We need to find the difference between 5 and 2.

The difference is 3 → 5 - 2 = 3.

Therefore, we write the answer as Three.

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Problem 3

Find the product of 2 and 2. Write the result in words.

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Four

Explanation

The product is 4 → 2 × 2 = 4.

Hence, 4 in words is Four.

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Problem 4

What is (5 ÷ 1) + 2 in words?

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Seven

Explanation

((5 ÷ 1) + 2) = 5 + 2 = 7.

We find the final result as 7.

Therefore, 7 is written as Seven.

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Problem 5

What is the product of 1 and 5 in words?

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Five

Explanation

The product of 1 and 5 is 5 → 1 × 5 = 5.

So, 5 in words is Five.

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FAQs on Number Names 1 to 5

1.What is the number name of 4?

The number name of the number 4 is Four.

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2.What is 3 - 1 in words?

The difference is 2. Therefore, 2 in words is Two.

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3.Which is correct for 5: Five or Fiv?

The correct number name for number 5 is Five.

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4.How to write 1234 using the Indian Numbering System?

1234 in the Indian Numbering System is written as One Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Four.

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5.What is the number form of One Thousand?

The number form of One Thousand is 1,000. Here, 1 is followed by three zeroes.

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Important Glossaries for Number Names 1 to 5

  • Number Name: The word representation of a number. For example, "Three" is the number name for the numeral 3.

 

  • Numeral: The symbol or group of symbols that represent a number. For example, 4 is a numeral.

 

  • Place Value: The value of a digit based on its position within a number. For example, in 5, the 5 is in the ones place.

 

  • Counting: The action of finding the total number of items in a group. For example, counting from 1 to 5.

 

  • Spelling: The process of writing or naming the letters that form a word. For example, the spelling of "Two" is T-W-O.
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About the Author

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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