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Length Converter

Convert between different length units instantly

Meter (m)
m
Foot (ft)
ft

Common Length Conversions

UnitAbbreviationEquivalent to 1 Meter
Nanometernm1.0000e+9 nm
Micrometerμm1000000 μm
Millimetermm1000 mm
Centimetercm100 cm
Meterm1 m
Kilometerkm0.001 km
Inchin39.3701 in
Footft3.2808 ft
Yardyd1.0936 yd
Milemi0.000621 mi
Nautical Milenmi0.00054 nmi

About Length Conversion

Length conversion is the process of converting measurements from one unit of length to another. This is essential in many fields including science, engineering, construction, and daily life.

Did You Know?

  • The meter is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI)
  • The inch was originally defined as the width of a man's thumb
  • A nautical mile is based on the circumference of the Earth

Common Use Cases

Everyday Use:

  • • Converting height between centimeters and feet/inches
  • • Calculating distances for travel between miles and kilometers
  • • DIY projects requiring unit conversions
  • • Reading international product specifications

Professional Use:

  • • Engineering designs and blueprints
  • • Scientific research and experiments
  • • International trade and commerce
  • • Navigation and mapping