Convert aln to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert aln [aln] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to aln.
How to Convert Aln to Centimeter
1 aln = 59.37777778 cm
Example: convert 15 aln to cm:
15 aln = 15 × 59.37777778 cm = 890.6666667 cm
Aln to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Aln
An aln is an obsolete Swedish unit of length, roughly equivalent to 2 Swedish feet or about 59 centimeters.
History/Origin
The aln was the Swedish version of the ell, a common unit of length for measuring cloth throughout Europe.
Current Use
The aln is no longer in use.
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.