Centimeter [cm] to Inch [in] Converter

cm

in

How to Convert Centimeter to InchInch

1 cm = 0.3937008 in
1 in = 2.5399999187200026 cm

Example: convert 78 cm to in:
78 cm = 78 x 0.3937008 = 30.7086624 in

Centimeter

Definition: A centimeter (cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one hundredth of a meter. It is a decimal fraction of the meter, the SI base unit of length.

History/origin: The centimeter is derived from the meter, which was defined in the late 18th century during the French Revolution. The prefix 'centi-' denotes one hundredth.

Current use: Centimeters are commonly used in everyday measurements, such as measuring the height of a person, the size of a picture frame, or the dimensions of a piece of paper. They are also used in science and engineering for measurements where greater precision than meters is needed.

Inch

Definition: An inch (in) is a unit of length in the imperial and United States customary systems. It is defined as exactly 25.4 millimeters.

History/origin: The inch has a long and varied history, with its origins tracing back to ancient Rome. It has been defined in various ways over time, but the modern definition is based on the metric system.

Current use: Inches are commonly used in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom for measuring lengths, heights, and distances. They are used in construction, manufacturing, and everyday measurements.

Centimeter to Inch Conversion Table

Centimeter [cm]Inch [in]
0.01 cm0.0039370080000000005 in
0.1 cm0.03937008 in
1 cm0.3937008 in
10 cm3.9370080000000005 in
50 cm19.68504 in
100 cm39.37008 in
1000 cm393.7008 in
10000 cm3937.0080000000003 in

Common pairs of Length

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