5 = V 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 5
V is a single block of symbols that equals 5.
Clock faces use I to XII, and V marks hour 5.
Roman Numeral Converter
Breaking Down 5 in Roman Numerals
| Place | Value | Roman |
|---|---|---|
| Ones | 5 | V |
| Total | 5 | V |
Write the parts in order from largest to smallest to get V.
How the Rules Apply to V
| 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.
V has no subtractive pair, so you only add the symbols from left to right.
Numbers Near 5 in Roman Numerals
| Number | Roman numeral |
|---|---|
| 1 in Roman numerals | I |
| 2 in Roman numerals | II |
| 3 in Roman numerals | III |
| 4 in Roman numerals | IV |
| 6 in Roman numerals | VI |
| 7 in Roman numerals | VII |
| 8 in Roman numerals | VIII |
| 9 in Roman numerals | IX |
See the full list in the Roman numerals chart.
5 in Roman Numerals: Common Questions
What is 5 in Roman numerals?
5 in Roman numerals is V.
What is V as a number?
V equals 5.
How do you write 6 in Roman numerals?
6 in Roman numerals is VI.
How many letters are in V?
V has 1 letter.
Key Takeaway
5 is V. Split the number into thousands, hundreds, tens and ones, write each part, and join them in order.
