Understanding Measurement Units
The world is divided in two: those who use the metric system (Meters, Kilometers) and those who use the imperial system (Inches, Feet, Miles), mainly in the United States. This converter allows you to switch from one to the other instantly.
Mental Conversion Tips
1 Inch ≈ 2.54 cm
It's about the size of the last segment of your thumb. Useful for measuring screens (TV, Smartphone).
1 Foot ≈ 30 cm
This is the size of a standard school ruler or... the size of a large human foot!
1 Mile ≈ 1.6 km
If you're driving at 60 miles per hour in the USA, you're almost at 100 km/h (96 km/h exactly).
Frequently Asked Questions
🇺🇸 Why doesn't the US use the meter?
It's historical. Although the metric system has been legal in the US since 1866, industry and construction have stayed with traditional British units to avoid replacing all machines.
⚓ What's the difference between a Mile and a Nautical Mile?
The land Mile (statute mile) is 1609 meters. The Nautical Mile, used in aviation and navigation, is longer: 1852 meters.