Convert cubit (Greek) to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert cubit (Greek) [cubit (Greek)] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to cubit (Greek).
How to Convert Cubit (Greek) to Centimeter
1 cubit (Greek) = 46.2788 cm
Example: convert 15 cubit (Greek) to cm:
15 cubit (Greek) = 15 Γ 46.2788 cm = 694.182 cm
Cubit (Greek) to Centimeter Conversion Table
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Cubit (Greek)
The Greek cubit, or pechys, was a unit of length approximately 46 centimeters.
History/Origin
The cubit was a common unit of length in ancient Greece, used in architecture and for measuring everyday objects.
Current Use
The Greek cubit is an obsolete 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.