The mile (symbol: mi) is a unit of length commonly used in the United States, United Kingdom, and a few other countries. It is mainly used for measuring long distances such as road travel, running routes, and geographic distances.
A mile is equal to 5,280 feet or 1,609.344 meters. While most of the world uses kilometers, miles remain the standard unit for road distances in several English-speaking countries.
Here are some everyday examples to help visualize how long a mile is:
Miles are longer than kilometers. Most countries use kilometers, but miles are still dominant in the US and UK.
Feet are used for short distances, while miles are used for longer travel. For example, a room is measured in feet, but a road trip is measured in miles.
Some frequently used mile conversions include:
Miles are commonly used in the following situations:
Miles are widely used in running and fitness programs. Many training plans are based on running a certain number of miles per week.
The mile is a traditional but still widely used unit of distance. Whether you are driving, running, or planning a trip, miles provide a familiar and practical way to measure distance.
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