Yard to Decimeter Converter (yd to dm)

How to convert yards to decimeters

1 yard is equal to 9.144 decimeters, and 1 decimeter is equal to 0.1093613298 yards. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

decimeters = yards × 9.144
decimeters = yards ÷ 0.1093613298

Example: convert 15 yd to dm: 15 × 9.144 = 137.16 dm.

The yard is exactly 0.9144 m, or 3 feet. It's used for sports fields, fabric and, in the UK, road distances on signs for short lengths.

Symbol: yd · 1 yd = 0.9144 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

A decimeter is one tenth of a meter (10 cm). A cube one decimeter on each side holds exactly one liter.

Symbol: dm · 1 dm = 0.1 m · Category: Metric (SI)

Frequently asked questions

How many decimeters are in a yard?

There are 9.144 decimeters in 1 yard (yd).

How many yards are in a decimeter?

1 decimeter (dm) equals 0.1093613298 yards.

How do I convert yards to decimeters?

Multiply the length in yards by 9.144. For example, 15 yd × 9.144 = 137.16 dm.

How do I convert decimeters to yards?

Divide the length in decimeters by 9.144, or multiply it by 0.1093613298. You can also use the Decimeter to Yard converter.