Screenwriting : Numbers in dialogue by Donnalyn Vojta

Donnalyn Vojta

Numbers in dialogue

FYI - If you're wondering whether to use digits or spelled-out numbers in Dialogue sections, the answer is to spell them out.

Otherwise, general grammar rules apply to action/description sections. Happy writing, all!

David Abrookin

Thanks for the helpful reminder, Donnalyn Vojta!

Maurice Vaughan

I agree, Donnalyn Vojta. I try to always use spelled-out numbers in dialogue. It's easier for the reader to see spelled-out numbers than digits.

Craig D Griffiths

I spell it out so I have control how it is said.

“a million dollars” vs “one million dollars”.

Donnalyn Vojta

Ty, yes! True on both... Glad you pointed that out.

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