UnitConvertCentimeters to Inches
1 cm = 0.3937008 in
How to convert centimeters to inches
in = cm × 0.3937008
Equivalently: in = cm ÷ 2.54.
Example: 5 cm = 1.968504 in
Centimeters to Inches conversion table
| Centimeters (cm) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.3937008 in |
| 2 cm | 0.7874016 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 |
| 15 cm | 5.905512 in |
| 20 cm | 7.874016 in |
| 25 cm | 9.84252 in |
| 30 cm | 11.81102 in |
| 40 cm | 15.74803 in |
| 50 cm | 19.68504 in |
| 75 cm | 29.52756 in |
| 100 cm | 39.37008 in |
| 250 cm | 98.4252 in |
| 500 cm | 196.8504 in |
| 1,000 cm | 393.7008 in |
About the units
Centimeters: The centimeter is a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter. It is the everyday unit for body height, clothing and small objects in most of the world.
Inches: The inch is an imperial and US customary unit of length, defined since 1959 as exactly 2.54 centimeters. It is used for screen sizes, clothing and hardware in the US and UK.
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Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in 1 centimeter?
1 centimeter equals 0.3937008 inches.
How many centimeters are in 1 inch?
1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters.
How do I convert centimeters to inches?
Use the formula in = cm × 0.3937008. Equivalently, in = cm ÷ 2.54.
What is 10 centimeters in inches?
10 centimeters equals 3.937008 inches.