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Length unit converter
From meters (m) to kilometers (km)
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The previous online calculator is a tool to convert length units to another value indicated by the user, for example, meters, kilometers, miles, feet, inches, etc.
How does the length measurement converter work?
The length converter calculator allows you to enter a value in a length unit, select the destination unit, and automatically provides the converted value based on the equivalence between both units.
- Selection of the source length unit:
- The top contains a dropdown menu where you can select the length unit you have as an input value (for example, meters, kilometers, miles, feet, inches, etc.).
- Entering the value to convert:
- Just below, there is the field to enter the numerical value you want to convert.
- Selection of the destination unit:
- After entering the value, there is another dropdown menu where you select the unit to which you want to transform the entered value.
- The length conversion is done automatically
- The calculator converts the provided length units to the assigned value according to the conversion interest. Everything is automatic! Additionally, you will have an informative field with the equivalent information.
At the bottom of the online length converter, the calculator shows the exact equivalence: for example, from “1 meter = 3.28084 feet”, which provides a precise reference for the conversion. Some usage examples:
- From meters (m) to feet (ft):
- Entered value: 1000 meters
- Conversion: 1000 meters to feet
- Result: 1000 m ≈ 3280.84 ft
- From miles (mi) to kilometers (km):
- Entered value: 5 miles
- Conversion: 5 miles to kilometers
- Result: 5 mi ≈ 8.04672 km
- From kilometers (km) to meters (m):
- Entered value: 0.5 kilometers
- Conversion: 0.5 kilometers to meters
- Result: 0.5 km = 500 m
- From inches (in) to centimeters (cm):
- Entered value: 12 inches
- Conversion: 12 inches to centimeters
- Result: 12 in = 30.48 cm
What length units can I convert in this calculator?
In this measurement converter, you can convert the following units:
- Kilometer (km)
- Meter (m)
- Decimeter (dm)
- Centimeter (cm)
- Millimeter (mm)
- Micrometer (µm)
- Nanometer (nm)
- Inch (in)
- Foot (ft)
- Yard (yd)
- Mile (mi)
- League
- Furlong (fur)
- Stadium (stadium)
- Chain (ch)
- Nautical mile (nmi)
- Fathom (fathom)
- Marine league
- Cable (cbl)
- Astronomical unit (UA)
- Light year (ly)
- Parsec (pc)
- Angstrom (Å)
Are there limits on the number of conversions I can make?
There are no limits on the number of conversions that can be made in this online length converter.
What is the difference between length and distance?
Length is a linear measurement that describes a dimension of an object or space, and distance is the measurement of space between two points. Both are measured with the same units, but distance is used to measure between two locations.
Can I convert between metric and imperial systems?
Yes, the calculator allows conversion between the metric system and the imperial system (inches, feet, yards, miles), and conversions can be made between both systems.
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Frequently asked questions about length measurements – FAQ
How do you convert from meters to feet?
To convert meters to feet, the formula is: 1 meter is approximately equal to 3.28084 feet. Example: If you have 10 meters, it would be 10 × 3.28084 = 32.8084 feet.
How many centimeters are in an inch?
In one inch, there are exactly 2.54 centimeters. If you need to convert 5 inches to centimeters, it would be 5 × 2.54 = 12.7 cm.
How do you convert from miles to kilometers?
The equivalence between miles and kilometers is 1 mile = 1.60934 kilometers. For example, if we have 3 miles and want to convert to kilometers, it would be 3 × 1.60934 = 4.82802 km distance.
How do I convert from inches to meters?
Each inch is equal to 0.0254 meters. To convert, simply multiply the value in inches. An example, with 50 inches, multiply them by 0.0254, which gives 50 × 0.0254 = 1.27 meters.
What is the difference between a land mile and a nautical mile?
A land mile is equivalent to 1.60934 kilometers, while a nautical mile is 1.852 kilometers. If you travel 5 nautical miles, it would be 5 × 1.852 = 9.26 kilometers.
How do I convert from kilometers to miles?
To convert kilometers to miles, multiply the amount in kilometers by 0.621371. For example, if we have a distance of 10 kilometers, the calculations would be 10 × 0.621371 = 6.21371 miles in length.
How many millimeters are in a meter?
In one meter, there are 1000 millimeters. As a calculation example, if you measure a distance of 2.5 meters, it would be 2.5 × 1000 = 2500 millimeters in total.
How do you convert from feet to inches?
The equivalence is simple: 1 foot = 12 inches. Multiply the number of feet by 12 to convert them to inches.
What is the difference between the metric system and the imperial system?
The metric system uses units like meters and kilometers, while the imperial system uses feet, inches, miles, etc. Both systems are widely used in different countries. Example: To convert 100 meters from the metric system to the imperial, it would be 100 × 3.28084 = 328.084 feet.
Which is longer, a yard or a meter?
A meter is a bit longer than a yard. 1 meter = 1.09361 yards. If you compare 2 meters, it would be approximately 2 × 1.09361 = 2.18722 yards.
How do I convert between micrometers and millimeters?
To convert micrometers to millimeters, divide the value in micrometers by 1000, as 1 millimeter = 1000 micrometers.
How can I convert from feet to yards?
The conversion between feet and yards is 1 yard = 3 feet. Just divide the value in feet by 3 to get yards, for example, having 15 feet, the calculations would be 15 ÷ 3 = 5 yards in total.
How many inches are in a yard?
A yard is equivalent to 36 inches, meaning if we have 2 yards, multiply 2 × 36 = 72 inches.
Is a mile the same as a kilometer?
No, they are not the same. 1 mile is equivalent to 1.609 kilometers, which makes the mile longer than the kilometer.
How do I convert a distance from kilometers to meters?
To convert kilometers to meters, multiply the number of kilometers by 1000, as 1 kilometer = 1000 meters.
How many kilometers are in a nautical mile?
A nautical mile is 1.852 kilometers. If you sail 4 nautical miles, multiply 4 × 1.852 = 7.408 kilometers. This measure is mainly used in maritime and air navigation.
How many feet are in a mile?
In one mile, there are 5280 feet. To convert miles to feet, multiply the number of miles by 5280.
Can length units be converted into fractions or decimals?
Yes, length units can be converted into both fractions and decimals, depending on the level of precision you need.
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