🔢 Math Calculator
Square Root Calculator
Find the square root of any number instantly. Supports decimals, perfect squares, and shows step-by-step solutions. Also includes a perfect squares reference table.
Formula: √x — finds the number which, multiplied by itself, gives x
SQUARE ROOT √x—
ROUNDED (2 d.p.)—
x² (SQUARED)—
IS PERFECT SQUARE?—
Formula: x² = x × x
x² (SQUARED)—
x³ (CUBED)—
√x (SQUARE ROOT)—
1/x (INVERSE)—
Quick reference: perfect squares from 1 to 30
| Number (n) | Square (n²) | Square Root (√n²) |
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📖 How to Use the Square Root Calculator
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Choose a tab — "Square Root (√x)" to find the root, "Square (x²)" to square a number, or "Perfect Squares Table" for quick reference.
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Enter your number — results update instantly as you type.
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Read the result — shown as exact value plus rounded to 2 decimal places.
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Check if perfect square — the calculator tells you whether your number is a perfect square.
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Tap Steps to see the full working or Copy to copy the result.
⚡ Why Use Our Square Root Calculator?
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Exact & Rounded
Shows both the exact result and rounded to 2 decimal places.
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Perfect Square Check
Instantly tells you if a number is a perfect square.
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Step-by-Step
Full working shown — perfect for students and homework.
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Mobile-Friendly
Works on all phones, tablets, and desktops.
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Reference Table
Built-in perfect squares table from 1 to 30.
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100% Free
No sign-up — completely free forever.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
The square root of a number x is the value that, when multiplied by itself, equals x. For example, √144 = 12 because 12 × 12 = 144. The symbol √ is called a radical sign.
A perfect square is a number whose square root is a whole integer. Examples: 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 36, 49, 64, 81, 100. Numbers like 2, 3, 5 are not perfect squares — their roots are irrational decimals.
In real numbers, the square root of a negative number is undefined. However in complex/imaginary numbers, √(-1) = i (the imaginary unit). Our calculator works with real numbers only and will show "Not a real number" for negative inputs.