Convert finger (cloth) to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert finger (cloth) [finger] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to finger (cloth).
How to Convert Finger (Cloth) to Centimeter
1 finger = 11.43 cm
Example: convert 15 finger to cm:
15 finger = 15 × 11.43 cm = 171.45 cm
Finger (Cloth) to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Finger (Cloth)
A finger or finger's breadth is an obsolete unit of length, approximately the width of a human finger, about 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The finger has been used as a unit of measurement since ancient times.
Current Use
The finger is no longer a standard unit of measurement.
Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.