ReferenceFunctionsMath Functions
ARABIC
Converts a Roman numeral string to its Arabic numeric value.
Summary
Converts a Roman numeral string to its Arabic numeric value.
Remarks
- Accepts text input containing Roman symbols (
I,V,X,L,C,D,M). - Surrounding whitespace is trimmed.
- Empty text returns
0. - Invalid Roman syntax returns
#VALUE!.
Examples
Roman to Arabic
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| Cell | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| No inputs on Sheet1. | ||
Formula
=
Result
Not evaluated yet.
Expected
1999
Trimmed input
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| Cell | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| No inputs on Sheet1. | ||
Formula
=
Result
Not evaluated yet.
Expected
44
Related functions
FAQ
What causes ARABIC to return #VALUE!?
Invalid Roman symbols/syntax, non-text input, or overlength text produce #VALUE!.
Runtime metadata
Category
Math
Signature
ARABIC(arg1: Any)Arity
min 1, max 1
Arguments
arg1Any · Scalar
Caps
PURE
Source