CM to Millimeters Converter

Convert centimeters to millimeters (cm to mm) instantly with our free online converter. Shows both millimeters and meters+millimeter format.

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How to convert centimeters to millimeters?

To convert centimeters to millimeters, multiply the number of centimeters by 10. This is because 1 centimeter equals exactly 10 millimeters.

d(mm) = d(cm) × 10

Example

Convert 5 cm to millimeters:

d(mm) = 5cm × 10 = 50mm

How many millimeters in a centimeter?

There are 10 millimeters in one centimeter.

1cm = 10mm

1cm = 10mm

How many centimeters in a millimeter?

There are 0.1 centimeters in a millimeter.

1mm = 0.1cm

1mm = 0.1cm

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 a Millimeter?

A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to 1/1000 of a meter or 1/10 of a centimeter. Millimeters are commonly used for precise measurements in engineering, manufacturing, and scientific applications.

Popular cm to millimeters conversion table

Centimeters (cm) Millimeters (mm)
0.1 cm 1 mm
0.5 cm 5 mm
1 cm 10 mm
2 cm 20 mm
5 cm 50 mm
10 cm 100 mm
20 cm 200 mm
50 cm 500 mm
100 cm 1000 mm
200 cm 2000 mm