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Everyday

1. VII is the Roman numeral for 7 (V = 5, plus I + I = 2). tree →
2. It is used in names of kings, queens and popes, like Henry VII, said «Henry the Seventh». tree →

In the lessons

Used in maths lessons on Roman numerals, on clock faces, in chapter and book numbers, film sequels and in history (Henry VII, Edward VII).

Examples

• VII means seven. tree →
• Henry VII was the first Tudor king of England. tree →
• The clock shows VII instead of 7. tree →
• Chapter VII begins with a storm. tree →
• V plus II makes VII. tree →
• Edward VII was king after Queen Victoria. tree →
• Write 7 in Roman numerals: VII. tree →

Note

Not an English word but a number in Roman letters; usually written in capitals (VII), sometimes small (vii) for page numbers in the front of a book. Rule: a smaller numeral after a bigger one is added: V + I + I = 7. Do not read it as a word «vee». In names it is said «the Seventh».