CM to Inches Converter

Convert centimeters to inches (cm to in) instantly with our free online converter. Shows both decimal and fractional inches.

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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)
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