Python float() Function

❮ Built-in Functions

Example

Convert the number 3 into a floating point number:

x = float(3)
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Definition and Usage

The float() function converts the specified value into a floating point number.

Syntax

float(value)

Parameter Values

Parameter Description
value A number or a string that can be converted into a floating point number

More Examples

Example

Convert a string into a floating point number:

x = float("3.500")
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❮ Built-in Functions

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