Length Converter
Convert between different units of length instantly.
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How Length Conversion Works
Every length unit relates to the meter by a fixed factor, so any value can be converted by scaling to meters and back. Enter a value in one unit to see it instantly in centimeters, inches, feet, meters and more.
Common Conversion Factors
| From | To | Multiply by |
|---|---|---|
| Inch | Centimeter | 2.54 |
| Foot | Meter | 0.3048 |
| Mile | Kilometer | 1.60934 |
| Yard | Meter | 0.9144 |
Example
100 centimeters = 39.37 inches = 3.28 feet = 1 meter.
Frequently Asked Questions
One inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters. To convert inches to centimeters, multiply by 2.54; to go the other way, divide by 2.54.
Multiply the number of feet by 0.3048. For example, 10 feet is 3.048 meters.
Metric units (millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer) are based on powers of ten, while imperial units (inch, foot, yard, mile) use fixed historical ratios. This converter handles both.
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