In words
Common check amounts
| Amount | In words |
|---|---|
| $150.00 | One hundred fifty dollars |
| $1,250.50 | One thousand two hundred fifty dollars and 50 cents |
| $2,000.00 | Two thousand dollars |
| $10,000.00 | Ten thousand dollars |
For checks, write the amount in words followed by "and XX/100" or the cents — banks honor the written amount over the numeric one if they differ. Draw a line through any unused space.