Length Converter - Symbolab

About Length Converter

The length converter helps convert units of length from one measurement system to another. There are several systems of measurement used for length, such as the metric system, imperial system, and US customary system. It helps convert length measurements accurately, especially when working with international measurements.
The metric system is the most commonly used system of measurement worldwide, and it is based on units of meters (m), centimeters (cm), and millimeters (mm). The imperial system is used primarily in the United Kingdom, and it uses units of inches (in), feet (ft), and yards (yd). The US customary system is used in the United States, and it includes units of inches (in), feet (ft), and miles (mi).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How to convert distance units from one to another, imperial to metric?
To convert distance units from imperial to metric, use the following conversion factors: 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters 1 foot = 0.3048 meters 1 yard = 0.9144 meters 1 mile = 1.609 kilometers
How do you convert meters to miles?
To convert meters to miles divide the length value by 1,609.344.
How do you convert kilometers to miles?
To convert kilometers to miles divide the length value by 1.609, or multiply it by 0.62137.
How do you convert meters to inches?
To convert meters to inches multiply the length value by 39.37.
How do you convert miles to meters?
To convert miles to meters multiply the length value by 1609.

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