Inches to meters

• Science and engineering

• Global trade and commerce

• Everyday measurements in countries adopting the metric system
  Meters are essential for measuring distances, room dimensions, and the sizes of objects in most parts of the world.

Conversion Details

Conversion Formula and Factor

To convert between inches and meters, use these formulas:

• Inches to meters: Divide the number of inches by 39.37.
  ( \text{meters} = \frac{\text{inches}}{39.37} )
  Alternatively, multiply the number of inches by 0.0254.
  ( \text{meters} = \text{inches} \times 0.0254 )

• Meters to inches: Multiply the number of meters by 39.37.
  ( \text{inches} = \text{meters} \times 39.37 )

Quick Reference Conversion Table

Step-by-Step Conversion Instructions

Inches to Meters

1. Identify the measurement in inches (e.g., 120 inches).

2. Multiply the inches by 0.0254:
   ( 120 \times 0.0254 = 3.048 ).

3. The result is the equivalent length in meters: 3.048 meters.

Meters to Inches

1. Identify the measurement in meters (e.g., 5 meters).

2. Multiply the meters by 39.37:
   ( 5 \times 39.37 = 196.85 ).

3. The result is the equivalent length in inches: 196.85 inches.

Practical Examples

Example 1: Converting Inches to Meters

A table measures 72 inches in length. How many meters is this?

• Multiply the inches by 0.0254:
  ( 72 \times 0.0254 = 1.8288 ).

• The table’s length is approximately 1.83 meters.

Example 2: Converting Meters to Inches

A room is 6.5 meters wide. How many inches is this?

• Multiply the meters by 39.37:
  ( 6.5 \times 39.37 = 255.91 ).

• The room is 255.91 inches wide.

Understanding and performing inches-to-meters conversions is essential for cross-cultural communication, science, and industry, where precise measurements are critical.