Radian to Degree Converter
How to Convert Radians to Degrees
To convert from radians to degrees, use the following factor:
1 Radian = 0.017453 Degree
Example:
15 radians = 15 × 0.017453 Degree = 0.261799 Degree
Radian to Degree Conversion Table
| Radian | Degree |
|---|---|
| 0.01 Radian | 0.000175 Degree |
| 0.1 Radian | 0.001745 Degree |
| 1 Radian | 0.017453 Degree |
| 2 Radian | 0.034907 Degree |
| 5 Radian | 0.087266 Degree |
| 10 Radian | 0.174533 Degree |
| 20 Radian | 0.349066 Degree |
| 50 Radian | 0.872664 Degree |
| 100 Radian | 1.745329 Degree |
| 1,000 Radian | 17.453286 Degree |
Radian0.01
Degree0.000175
Radian0.1
Degree0.001745
Radian1
Degree0.017453
Radian2
Degree0.034907
Radian5
Degree0.087266
Radian10
Degree0.174533
Radian20
Degree0.349066
Radian50
Degree0.872664
Radian100
Degree1.745329
Radian1,000
Degree17.453286
Radian Definition
SI unit of angular measure, defined by arc length equal to radius.
History/Origin
Concept formalized in the 1700s.
Current Use
Used extensively in calculus, trigonometry, and physics.
Degree Definition
A degree (symbol: °) is 1/360 of a full rotation.
History/Origin
Likely adopted by ancient astronomers due to 360-day approximations.
Current Use
Most common unit for angles in geometry and everyday life.