Parallelogram Perimeter Calculator

Use this parallelogram perimeter calculator to quickly calculate parallelogram perimeter using the lengths of two adjacent sides. Learn perimeter of parallelogram formula for precise results.

Formula

Perimeter = 2 × (a + b)

a = length of one side
b = length of adjacent side
Perimeter is the total distance around the parallelogram.

Popular Examples

Side aSide bPerimeter
5316
8424
10632
12534
15744

How To Calculate Perimeter Without A Calculator

1. Measure the two adjacent sides (a and b).
2. Add them together.
3. Multiply the sum by 2 to get the perimeter.

About This Calculator

This parallelogram perimeter calculator instantly calculates the perimeter using the correct perimeter of parallelogram formula with up to six decimal places. Useful for students, engineers, and designers.

Interesting Facts About Parallelograms

• Opposite sides are equal.
• Opposite angles are equal.
• Diagonals bisect each other.
• Parallelogram perimeter is always 2×(a+b).
• Appears in construction, tiling, and graphics.