Square Root Calculator

Calculate square roots & nth roots

How to Use

1

Enter a number

Input the number you want to find the root of.

2

Choose root type

Select square root (√), cube root (∛), or enter a custom nth root.

3

View result

See the root value and simplified radical form if applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a square root?

The square root of x is a number that when multiplied by itself equals x. √16 = 4 because 4 × 4 = 16.

Can negative numbers have square roots?

Not in real numbers. √(-1) = i (imaginary unit). Our calculator works with positive numbers only.

What is a perfect square?

A number whose square root is an integer: 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 36... Perfect squares have whole number roots.

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