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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