cm to Inches Converter
Conversion formula
1 cm = 0.393701 in
Centimeters are the everyday small length unit almost everywhere, while inches are still standard in the US for screen sizes, clothing, paper, tools and furniture. Converting comes up when you shop from international stores or compare product dimensions listed in different systems.
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7.874 in
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How to convert centimeters to inches
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There are 2.54 centimeters in 1 inch, so divide by 2.54.
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Example: 20 ÷ 2.54 = 7.874 in.
cm to Inches conversion chart
| cm | Inches |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.3937 in |
| 2 cm | 0.7874 in |
| 3 cm | 1.1811 in |
| 5 cm | 1.9685 in |
| 10 cm | 3.937 in |
| 15 cm | 5.9055 in |
| 20 cm | 7.874 in |
| 25 cm | 9.8425 in |
| 30 cm | 11.811 in |
| 40 cm | 15.748 in |
| 50 cm | 19.685 in |
| 60 cm | 23.622 in |
| 100 cm | 39.3701 in |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I convert centimeters to inches?
There are 2.54 centimeters in 1 inch, so divide by 2.54. For example, 20 cm = 7.874 in.
How many inches are in one centimeter?
One centimeter equals 0.393701 inches.
Is this length conversion exact?
Yes. Since 1959 the inch has been defined as exactly 2.54 cm and the foot as exactly 0.3048 m, so imperial and metric lengths convert with exact factors. Results here are rounded only for display.