Convert nail (cloth) to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert nail (cloth) [nail] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to nail (cloth).
How to Convert Nail (Cloth) to Centimeter
1 nail = 5.715 cm
Example: convert 15 nail to cm:
15 nail = 15 × 5.715 cm = 85.725 cm
Nail (Cloth) to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Nail (Cloth)
A nail is an obsolete unit of length, used for measuring cloth, equal to 2 1/4 inches.
History/Origin
The nail was a traditional English unit of measurement, likely deriving its name from the length of the last two joints of the middle finger.
Current Use
The nail 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.