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Convert meters to yards

1 meter equals 1.0936 yards. Type any number below — the other side updates instantly.

Meters to yards — quick reference

metersyards
1 m1.0936 yd
2 m2.1872 yd
5 m5.4681 yd
10 m10.9361 yd
25 m27.3403 yd
50 m54.6807 yd
100 m109.361 yd
250 m273.403 yd
500 m546.807 yd
1000 m1093.613 yd

How to convert

Multiply the number of meters by 1.0936 to get yards. To go the other way, multiply yards by 0.9144 to get meters. The conversion factor is fixed and exact, so you can use this on any value.

About these units

Meters

Definition
A meter (symbol: m) is the SI base unit of length, currently defined as the distance light travels in vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
History
Originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole. Redefined three times since then for greater precision.
Current use
The meter is the fundamental unit of length for science, engineering, sports, and everyday use in nearly every country.

Yards

Definition
A yard (symbol: yd) equals 3 feet or 0.9144 meters. It is a unit in both imperial and US customary systems.
History
The yard was originally defined as the distance from a king's nose to the tip of his outstretched thumb. Standardized in 1959 to be exactly 0.9144 m.
Current use
Used in the US for fabric measurements, sports fields (American football, golf), and some building materials.

Frequently asked

How many yards are in 1 meter?
1 meter = 1.0936 yards.
How do you convert meters to yards?
Multiply the number of meters by 1.0936 to get yards. To go the other way, multiply yards by 0.9144 to get meters. The conversion factor is fixed and exact, so you can use this on any value.
What is 50 meters in yards?
50 meters = 54.6807 yards.
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