20 = XX in Roman numerals. Each part of the number has its own symbol group, and the rules below explain them. Try the free converter for any number from 1 to 3999.
The Roman Numeral for 20
XX is a single block of symbols that equals 20.
Roman numerals also number book chapters, outlines, and the names of kings and popes.
Roman Numeral Converter
Breaking Down 20 in Roman Numerals
| Place | Value | Roman |
|---|---|---|
| Tens | 20 | XX |
| Total | 20 | XX |
Write the parts in order from largest to smallest to get XX.
How the Rules Apply to XX
| Symbol | I | V | X | L | C | D | M |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | 1 | 5 | 10 | 50 | 100 | 500 | 1000 |
- Add symbols from largest to smallest: VI = 5 + 1.
- Repeat I, X, C or M up to three times: XXX = 30.
- Put a smaller symbol before a larger one to subtract: IV = 4, IX = 9.
XX has no subtractive pair, so you only add the symbols from left to right.
Numbers Near 20 in Roman Numerals
| Number | Roman numeral |
|---|---|
| 16 in Roman numerals | XVI |
| 17 in Roman numerals | XVII |
| 18 in Roman numerals | XVIII |
| 19 in Roman numerals | XIX |
| 21 in Roman numerals | XXI |
| 22 in Roman numerals | XXII |
| 23 in Roman numerals | XXIII |
| 24 in Roman numerals | XXIV |
See the full list in the Roman numerals chart.
20 in Roman Numerals: Common Questions
What is 20 in Roman numerals?
20 in Roman numerals is XX.
What is XX as a number?
XX equals 20.
How do you write 21 in Roman numerals?
21 in Roman numerals is XXI.
Is XX a valid Roman numeral?
Yes. XX follows the standard rules: symbols run from largest to smallest, and only valid subtractive pairs appear.
Key Takeaway
20 is XX. Split the number into thousands, hundreds, tens and ones, write each part, and join them in order.
