CM to Inches Converter
Convert centimeters to inches (cm to in) instantly with our free online converter. Shows both decimal and fractional inches.
How to convert centimeters to inches?
To convert centimeters to inches, divide the number of centimeters by 2.54. This is because 1 inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters.
d(in) = d(cm) / 2.54
Example
Convert 10 cm to inches:
d(in) = 10cm / 2.54 = 3.93701in
How many inches in a centimeter?
There are approximately 0.393701 inches in one centimeter.
1cm = 0.393701in
1cm = 0.393701in
How many centimeters in an inch?
There are exactly 2.54 centimeters in an inch.
1in = 2.54cm
1in = 2.54cm
What is a Centimeter?
Centimeters are commonly used for everyday measurements, especially in countries that have adopted the metric system. They are frequently used for measuring dimensions of objects, lengths, heights, and widths.
What is an Inch?
An inch is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. It is equal to 1/12 of a foot or 1/36 of a yard. The inch is commonly used in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom for measuring height, distance, and other dimensions.
Popular cm to inches conversion table
Centimeters (cm) | Inches (in) |
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0.01 cm | 0.003937 in |
0.1 cm | 0.039370 in |
1 cm | 0.393701 in |
2 cm | 0.787402 in |
3 cm | 1.181102 in |
4 cm | 1.574803 in |
5 cm | 1.968504 in |
6 cm | 2.362205 in |
7 cm | 2.755906 in |
8 cm | 3.149606 in |
9 cm | 3.543307 in |
10 cm | 3.937008 in |
20 cm | 7.874016 in |
30 cm | 11.811024 in |
40 cm | 15.748031 in |
50 cm | 19.685039 in |
60 cm | 23.622047 in |
70 cm | 27.559055 in |
80 cm | 31.496063 in |
90 cm | 35.433071 in |
100 cm | 39.370079 in |