Cosine Calculator
Calculate the cosine of an angle, in degrees or radians.
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Enter an angle (in degrees or radians) to calculate its cosine.
Your result
0.5
Cosine
AI explanation
Formula
cos(angle), converted to radians first if entered in degreesWorked example
cos(60°)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Angle | 60 |
| Angle unit | degrees |
| Cosine | 0.5 |
Assumptions
- Cosine is defined for every real angle and always returns a value between -1 and 1.
Frequently asked questions
What is cosine?
In a right triangle, cosine of an angle is the ratio of the length of the adjacent side to the hypotenuse. More generally, it's defined for any angle using the unit circle.
What is cos(0°)?
Cosine reaches its maximum value of 1 at 0°, since the adjacent side equals the hypotenuse when the angle is zero.
How do I find the angle from a cosine value instead?
Use the Inverse Trigonometry Calculator, which computes arccos (the inverse of cosine).