CXLI

CXLI is the Roman numeral representation of the decimal number 141. It is composed of the symbols C (100), XL (40), and I (1). In standard Roman numeral notation, XL denotes 40 because a smaller numeral X placed before a larger numeral L signals subtraction (50 minus 10). The sequence C, XL, I thus adds up to 141 (100 + 40 + 1).

Historically, Roman numerals were used in ancient Rome and throughout the Roman Empire for inscriptions, monuments, dates, and various records. CXLI illustrates the common use of additive and subtractive principles that characterize the system. In later periods, Roman numerals persisted in different contexts, such as clock faces, chapter or monarch titles, and the designation of events or volumes, often for ceremonial or stylistic effect.

In contemporary use, CXLI can appear as a label or identifier in catalogs, products, or software where a classical or formal aesthetic is desired. As a standalone numeral, it does not convey information beyond its numeric value, though it may serve as a reference point in historical, mathematical, or linguistic discussions of Roman numerals. The standard representation of 141 in this system remains CXLI. See also Roman numerals for broader context on the numeral system.