Canadian Dollars in Words
Write a Canadian dollar amount in words, with cents and “Only”, for cheques and forms.
In words
How to use it
- Type the amount.
- Pick the currency and the language of the words.
- Copy the words with “Only” on the end, ready for a cheque or form.
About this tool
The currency is named in full: Six Thousand One Hundred Twenty Canadian Dollars and Forty-Five Cents Only.
Use the plain Dollars in Words page if your form just says dollars.
Examples
- 6120.45 CAD is written “Six Thousand One Hundred Twenty Canadian Dollars and Forty-Five Cents Only”.
- One Canadian Dollar Only.
- Ninety-Nine Cents Only.
Tips
- Amounts are rounded to two decimal places, as on a cheque.
- Check that the words and the figures match before you sign.
- Turn off “Only” if your form does not use it.
Questions and answers
How do I write a Canadian cheque amount in words?
Write the dollars in words, then the cents in words, then “Only”. Make sure the words and figures match.
How do I write Canadian dollar amounts in words?
Write the whole amount in words, then the currency, then any minor units, and finish with “Only” if your form asks for it. For example: Six Thousand One Hundred Twenty Canadian Dollars and Forty-Five Cents Only.
Can I rely on this for cheques and legal documents?
It follows the standard way of writing numbers, but you are responsible for what you write. Always read the words back against the figures before you sign or submit anything.
Are my numbers saved or sent anywhere?
No. The conversion runs in your browser on your own device. Nothing you type is sent to Paul Digital or any other server.
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Privacy
The conversion runs in your browser on your own device. Nothing you type is sent to Paul Digital or any other server. The words follow standard writing rules, but you are responsible for what you write, so check important documents before you use them.