Degree (°)
1/360 of a full turn.
Result
1 degree = 0.0174532925 radians
Degree at a glance
| Unit name | Degree (plural: degrees) |
|---|---|
| Symbol | ° |
| Quantity measured | Angle |
| Measurement system | Metric |
| Also known as | deg, degrees, ° |
| Definition exact? | Yes — exact by definition |
1 degree in other angle units
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a degree?
- 1/360 of a full turn.
- What is the symbol for the degree?
- The symbol for the degree is °. It measures angle.
- How many radians are in a degree?
- 1 degree = 0.017453293 radians.