Inches to Centimeters

1 in = 2.54 cm

How to convert inches to centimeters

cm = in × 2.54

Example: 5 in = 12.7 cm

Inches to Centimeters conversion table

Inches (in)Centimeters (cm)
1 in2.54 cm
2 in5.08 cm
3 in7.62 cm
4 in10.16 cm
5 in12.7 cm
6 in15.24 cm
7 in17.78 cm
8 in20.32 cm
9 in22.86 cm
10 in25.4 cm
15 in38.1 cm
20 in50.8 cm
25 in63.5 cm
30 in76.2 cm
40 in101.6 cm
50 in127 cm
75 in190.5 cm
100 in254 cm
250 in635 cm
500 in1,270 cm
1,000 in2,540 cm

About the units

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.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

How many centimeters are in 1 inch?

1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters.

How many inches are in 1 centimeter?

1 centimeter equals 0.3937008 inches.

How do I convert inches to centimeters?

Use the formula cm = in × 2.54.

What is 10 inches in centimeters?

10 inches equals 25.4 centimeters.

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