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Sin calculator

Find the sine of an angle in degrees or radians.

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Sin calculator

Enter your values below and press Calculate to see your result instantly.

sin ( )
Resultant Trigonometric Value
0.5000
OPPOSITE-HYPOTENUSE RATIO
1 : 2
COSECANT LIMIT (csc)
2.0000
Calculations complete.

About the Sin calculator

Find the sine of an angle in degrees or radians.

How to use the Sin calculator

  1. Enter the angle and choose Degrees (°) or Radians (rad).
  2. Press Calculate.

Formula and method

In a right triangle, sin θ = opposite ÷ hypotenuse. Values lie between −1 and 1.

Worked example

sin 30° = 0.5, sin 90° = 1 and sin 0° = 0.

Tips

  • sin(θ) = cos(90° − θ).
  • Check that your calculator is in the correct angle mode.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum value of sine?
One, reached at 90°.