Convert Number to Words in PHP

Working with numbers in word form is essential for applications like financial reports, writing checks, or improving data readability. This post shares a PHP snippet to convert numeric values to words, tailored for the Nepali\Indian numbering system.

The Problem

Presenting numbers in a human-readable form is crucial in many applications, especially financial ones. The challenge is to accurately convert large numbers into words, following the Nepali/Indian numbering system with units like Lakhs and Crores.

The Solution

Below is a PHP function that converts a given number to its word representation:

Example Usage

With Laravel

With Laravel Macros, you can easily create a custom macro to convert numbers to words in Str helper class. If you haven't used Laravel Macros before, I recommend reading the Exploring Laravel Macros: Extending Functionality with Ease blog post to get started.

Usage

Note: Having multiple custom macro in your AppServiceProvider is something you should avoid. Instead, you can create a mixin class and add the macro there. You can read more about mixins in the From Macros to Mixins: Elevating Your Laravel Projects blog post.

Conclusion

In this article, we explored how to convert numbers to words in Laravel. We covered the problem, the solution, and the implementation details. By using Laravel Macros, we were able to create a custom macro that converts numbers to words in the Str helper class. This is a powerful tool that can be used in various parts of your Laravel application, making it easier to work with numbers and their word representation.

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