40kilometer

40kilometer is a representation of the distance of 40 kilometers. In formal writing this distance is usually written as 40 km or as the hyphenated compound 40-kilometer when used before a noun. A kilometer equals 1000 meters, so 40 kilometers total 40,000 meters. In miles, 40 kilometers is about 24.85 miles.

The term is used in geography, transportation planning, road signage, and logistics to describe routes, areas, or service radii. In English, the hyphenated form 40-kilometer is standard when used as a compound adjective before a noun (for example, a 40-kilometer course). When referring to distance alone, 40 kilometers (or 40 km) is preferred.

Conversions and context: 40 km equals 40,000 meters; about 24.85 miles. The distance can define a regional scope, such as a 40-km ring around a city, or a stretch of road of that length.

Sports usage: Endurance events may feature a 40-kilometer distance, though the marathon (42.195 km) and the 50-km event are more common in many competitive contexts. A 40-km distance may be used as a practical training or route length in various settings.

See also: Kilometer; Metric system; Distance; Road distance.