Convert inch to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert inch [in] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to inch.
1 in = 2.54 cm. To convert inch to centimeter, multiply the value by 2.54; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cm = 0.393700787402 in). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 in = 2.54 cm
- 1 cm = 0.393700787402 in
- 10 in = 25.4 cm
- 100 in = 254 cm
How to Convert Inch to Centimeter
1 in = 2.54 cm
Example: convert 15 in to cm:
15 in = 15 × 2.54 cm = 38.1 cm
Inch to Centimeter Conversion Table
| inch | centimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 2.54 cm |
| 2 in | 5.08 cm |
| 3 in | 7.62 cm |
| 5 in | 12.7 cm |
| 10 in | 25.4 cm |
| 20 in | 50.8 cm |
| 50 in | 127 cm |
| 100 in | 254 cm |
| 500 in | 1270 cm |
| 1000 in | 2540 cm |
Inch
An inch is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. An inch was defined to be equivalent to exactly 25.4 millimeters in 1959. There are 12 inches in a foot and 36 inches in a yard.
History/Origin
The term "inch" was derived from the Latin unit "uncia" which was equivalent to "one-twelfth" of a Roman foot. The inch has had various standards throughout history, with the current definition being based on the international yard.
Current Use
The inch is mostly used in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It is also sometimes used in Japan (as well as other countries) in relation to electronic parts, like the size of display screens.
Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 inch in centimeter?
1 inch (in) = 2.54 centimeter (cm).
How do you convert inch to centimeter?
Multiply the inch value by 2.54. For example, 25 in × 2.54 = 63.5 cm.
What is 10 inch in centimeter?
10 in = 25.4 cm.
Which unit is larger, the inch or the centimeter?
The inch is the larger unit: 1 in = 2.54 cm.