What is a Meter (m)?

A meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI), defined by the speed of light in vacuum.

Definition

Symbol

m

Category

Length

System

SI

1 {unit} = {value} {otherUnit}

1 Meter = 1000 Millimeter (mm)

1 Meter = 100 Centimeter (cm)

1 Meter = 0.001 Kilometer (km)

1 Meter = 39.3701 Inch (in)

1 Meter = 3.28084 Foot (ft)

Common Uses

  • Room dimensions
  • Athletic distances
  • Fabric measurement

Meter Conversions

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