1 smoot is approximately 36 inches.
The smoot, a non-standard length measurement, was originally based on Oliver R. Smoot, a fraternity student who measured a Harvard Bridge in 1958. Since one smoot equals about 36 inches, it provides a quirky way to estimate length, especially in fun or informal contexts.
Conversion Result
Converting 1 smoot to inches yields about 36 inches, based on the original measurement of the Harvard Bridge by Oliver Smoot.
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Result in inches:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from smoot to inches is based on the known standard that 1 smoot equals approximately 36 inches. This works because the original measurement by Oliver Smoot on Harvard Bridge was recorded as 364.4 smoots, which is close to 3644 inches. Dividing 3644 by 100 gives 36 inches per smoot. For example, to convert 2 smoots, multiply 2 by 36, resulting in 72 inches.
Conversion Example
- Convert 2 smoots:
- Take 2 (smoots)
- Multiply by 36 (inches per smoot)
- 2 x 36 = 72 inches
- Convert 0.5 smoot:
- Take 0.5
- Multiply by 36
- 0.5 x 36 = 18 inches
- Convert 5 smoots:
- Take 5
- Multiply by 36
- 5 x 36 = 180 inches
- Convert -1 smoot:
- Take -1
- Multiply by 36
- -1 x 36 = -36 inches
Conversion Chart
| Smoots | Inches |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -864.0 |
| -23.0 | -828.0 |
| -22.0 | -792.0 |
| -21.0 | -756.0 |
| -20.0 | -720.0 |
| -19.0 | -684.0 |
| -18.0 | -648.0 |
| -17.0 | -612.0 |
| -16.0 | -576.0 |
| -15.0 | -540.0 |
| -14.0 | -504.0 |
| -13.0 | -468.0 |
| -12.0 | -432.0 |
| -11.0 | -396.0 |
| -10.0 | -360.0 |
| -9.0 | -324.0 |
| -8.0 | -288.0 |
| -7.0 | -252.0 |
| -6.0 | -216.0 |
| -5.0 | -180.0 |
| -4.0 | -144.0 |
| -3.0 | -108.0 |
| -2.0 | -72.0 |
| -1.0 | -36.0 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 1.0 | 36.0 |
| 2.0 | 72.0 |
| 3.0 | 108.0 |
| 4.0 | 144.0 |
| 5.0 | 180.0 |
| 6.0 | 216.0 |
| 7.0 | 252.0 |
| 8.0 | 288.0 |
| 9.0 | 324.0 |
| 10.0 | 360.0 |
| 11.0 | 396.0 |
| 12.0 | 432.0 |
| 13.0 | 468.0 |
| 14.0 | 504.0 |
| 15.0 | 540.0 |
| 16.0 | 576.0 |
| 17.0 | 612.0 |
| 18.0 | 648.0 |
| 19.0 | 684.0 |
| 20.0 | 720.0 |
| 21.0 | 756.0 |
| 22.0 | 792.0 |
| 23.0 | 828.0 |
| 24.0 | 864.0 |
Use this chart to quickly find out how many inches are in a particular number of smoots. Remember, positive values reflect lengths forward from the starting point, negatives are behind, and zero is at the original location.
Related Conversion Questions
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Conversion Definitions
A smoot is an informal unit of length measurement based on the height of Oliver Smoot, approximately 36 inches, used mainly as a humorous or cultural reference, especially associated with the Harvard Bridge. It lacks official standardization, but the value is widely recognized.
Inches are a standard unit of length in the imperial system, equal to exactly 1/12 of a foot, or 2.54 centimeters. Inches are used in everyday measurements in the United States and some other countries to measure length, height, and distance, providing a consistent and precise way to quantify small lengths.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the smoot to inch conversion?
The conversion relies on the original measurement of Oliver Smoot’s height as approximately 36 inches. While this is generally accepted, minor variations in Smoot’s actual height or measurement context can cause slight discrepancies, but for most purposes, it is sufficiently accurate.
Can I use the conversion for other objects of similar length?
While the conversion is specific to the smoot measurement based on Oliver Smoot, you can conceptually compare it to any object of similar height. However, the conversion factor remains 36 inches per smoot, regardless of the original object used as a reference.
Is the smoot a standard measurement in any official system?
No, the smoot is an unofficial, humorous unit created as part of a campus tradition. Its value is not recognized by any official measurement standards or agencies, thus mainly used in informal, cultural, or educational contexts.
Last Updated : 13 May, 2025
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