Parallelogram Area Calculator
The area of a parallelogram from its base and height.
Result
Area
40.00
How it works
Area = base × height
A parallelogram’s area is base times the perpendicular height — the same as a rectangle with those dimensions. Use the height, not the slanted side.
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Frequently asked questions
Which height do I use?
The perpendicular distance between the base and the opposite side, not the slanted edge.
Is it like a rectangle?
Yes — a parallelogram has the same area as a rectangle of equal base and height.
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