Last updated: March 2, 2026

How to Calculate the Area of a Triangle

Formula

The area of a triangle is half the product of its base and height: A = 1/2 x base x height.

This method works for any triangle as long as you know the perpendicular height to the chosen base.

Common use cases:

  • Land area measurement
  • Architecture and design
  • Geometry homework problems

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