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Square Root Calculator

Calculate square roots and other whole-number roots.

Press Calculate, or Enter in any field.

Square root of 81

√81 = 9.

Square root

9

Check
9 ^ 2 = 81

What this calculator does

Find square, cube, and higher roots with real-number validation for negative values.

Inputs and what they mean

Number
number value.
Root index
number value.

How to use it

  1. Enter the requested values.
  2. Choose the calculation mode when available.
  3. Review the result and supporting breakdown.

Formula

The nth root of x is x^(1/n). Negative numbers have real roots only for odd integer indices.

Worked example

Square root of 81

√81 = 9.

Reading the result

The headline figure is the main answer. Any breakdown underneath shows the parts that make it up, so you can check the working and see what changes when you adjust an input.

Limitations and assumptions

Results depend entirely on the figures you enter and are rounded for display. They are for general information and education, not professional advice.

Common questions

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