Convert ell to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert ell [ell] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to ell.
How to Convert Ell to Centimeter
1 ell = 114.3 cm
Example: convert 15 ell to cm:
15 ell = 15 × 114.3 cm = 1714.5 cm
Ell to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Ell
The ell is an obsolete unit of length, originally used for measuring cloth. Its length varied in different countries, but it was generally around 45 inches.
History/Origin
The word "ell" is derived from the Latin "ulna," meaning "forearm," as the unit was originally based on the length of the forearm.
Current Use
The ell 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.