14 = XIV
14 in Roman numerals is XIV.
Fourteen written with the letters X I V.
14 in words: Fourteen
Fourteen in Roman numerals is XIV. You build it as X (10) + IV (4), writing the larger part first and reading left to right.
Notice the subtractive pair in XIV: a smaller symbol sits before a larger one to save writing four identical letters in a row. This is the single rule that trips most people up, and once it clicks the rest of the system is straightforward.
How 14 breaks down
Reading XIV from left to right, each group is added together to reach 14:
| Group | Value | Place |
|---|---|---|
| X | 10 | tens |
| IV | 4 | ones |
| XIV | 14 | total |
Frequently asked questions
What is 14 in Roman numerals?
14 in Roman numerals is XIV.
How do you write 14 in words?
14 is written "Fourteen" in English.
What number comes before XIV?
The number before XIV is 13, written XIII in Roman numerals.
What number comes after XIV?
The number after XIV is 15, written XV in Roman numerals.
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Last updated July 22, 2026. Reviewed for accuracy against the standard rules for Roman numerals.