Metric To English Conversions

Length[edit]

1 kilometer = 0.621 mile

1 meter = 3.28 feet = 39.37 inches

1 centimeter = 0.3937 inches

For example, 2 meters = 78.74 inches (just under 6'7"). 8 kilometers is 5 miles.

Mass[edit]

Note that scientists make a distinction between weight and mass.

1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds

See also:

• English to Metric conversions