Exploring the Fascinating World of the Imperial System

In today’s post, I would like to delve into the captivating world of the Imperial system. While most of us are accustomed to metric units of measurement, it’s worth getting acquainted with how Americans and some other countries utilize the Imperial system. Learn how to convert inches to thumbs, feet to steps ^_^, and even how to calculate distances in miles. Let’s explore these intriguing units of measurement together and discover how easily we can adapt to this system. Are you ready for a journey into the world of Imperial?

Imperial Measurement Cheat Sheet

MeasurementApproximate LengthComparison
InchWidth of your thumb
FootAbout 30 centimetersLength of a foot, approximately
MileAbout 1.6 kilometersDistance you can walk in 15-20 minutes
YardAbout 3 stepsSlow walking pace
YardAbout 2 stepsNormal walking pace
FathomAbout 6 feetLength of outstretched arms of an adult

Temperature Cheat Sheet

Celsjusz (C)Fahrenheit (F)
0440
1661
2882
40104
  • 1 cal (inch) - is approximately the width of the end of your thumb.
  • 1 stopa (foot) - is about the length of a foot, approximately 30 centimeters.
  • 1 mila (mile) - is about 1.6 kilometers. You can imagine 1 mile as the distance you can walk in 15-20 minutes.
  • 1 jard (yard) - is about the length of three steps at a normal walking pace.
  • 1 fathom - is the length of outstretched arms of an adult, approximately 6 feet.