Converting from Decimeter (dm) to Decameter (dam)

What is Decimeter (dm)

Decimeter (dm) is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one-tenth of a meter. It is commonly used to measure smaller distances, such as the length of a book or the width of a desk.

What is Decameter (dam)

Decameter (dam) is a unit of length in the metric system equal to ten meters. It is often used to measure larger distances, such as the length of a football field or the height of a building.

Conversion Formulas

• To convert from Decimeter to Decameter:
  • Divide the value in Decimeter by 10
  • Formula: Decameter = Decimeter / 10
• To convert from Decameter to Decimeter:
  • Multiply the value in Decameter by 10
  • Formula: Decimeter = Decameter * 10

Examples

• 6 dm is equal to 0.06 dam
• 14 dm is equal to 0.14 dam
• 11 dm is equal to 0.11 dam
• 6 dam is equal to 600 dm
• 14 dam is equal to 1400 dm
• 11 dam is equal to 1100 dm

Use this page to perform converting from Decimeter (dm) to Decameter (dam) for any length measurements you need to convert.