How to use Length Converter
- Enter the value you want to convert.
- Choose the unit you are converting from and the unit you want.
- Read the result and the table showing the value in every other unit.
About this tool
The meter is the base unit of length in the metric system, and imperial units are defined exactly in meters: one inch is 25.4 millimeters, one foot is 0.3048 meters and one mile is 1,609.344 meters. This makes conversions precise rather than approximate.
The table lists your value in every supported unit so you can compare scales at a glance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many centimeters are in an inch?
- Exactly 2.54 centimeters.
- How many feet are in a mile?
- 5,280 feet.
- What is a nautical mile?
- A unit used in sea and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
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