To convert a centimeter measurement to an inch measurement, use a simple formula. Since one inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters, this formula can be used to convert:
Our inch fraction calculator can add centimeters and inches together and it also automatically converts the results to US customary, imperial and SI metric values.
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Centimeters and inches are both units used to measure length. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.
Centimeters
One centimeter is equal to one-hundredth (1/100) of a meter, which is defined as the distance light travels in a vacuum in a 1/299,792,458 second time interval.
The centimeter, or centimetre, is a multiple of the meter, which is the SI base unit for length. In the metric system, “centi” is the prefix for 10-2. Centimeters can be abbreviated as cm; for example, 1 centimeter can be written as 1 cm.
Metric rulers typically have 30 cm, which are represented by 30 large tick marks. To get a rough idea of the actual length of a centimeter, a standard pencil is just about 1 cm thick.
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Inches
An inch is a unit of linear length measure equal to 1/12 of a foot or 1/36 of a yard. Because the international yard is legally defined to be equal to exactly 0.9144 meters, one inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters.<1>
The inch is a US customary and imperial unit of length. Inches can be abbreviated as in; for example, 1 inch can be written as 1 in.
Inches can also be denoted using the ″ symbol, otherwise known as a double-prime. Often a double-quote (“) is used instead of a double-prime for convenience. A double-prime is commonly used to express 1 in as 1″.
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The standard ruler has 12″, and is a common measuring tool for measuring inches. They are also often measured using tape measures, which commonly come in lengths from 6″ – 35″. Other types of measuring devices include scales, calipers, measuring wheels, micrometers, yardsticks, and even lasers.
We recommend using a ruler or tape measure for measuring length, which can be found at a local retailer or home center. Rulers are available in imperial, metric, or combination with both values, so make sure you get the correct type for your needs.
Need a ruler? Try our free downloadable and printable rulers, which include both imperial and metric measurements.
Centimeter to Inch Conversion Table
| 1 cm | 0.393701″ | 25/64″ |
| 2 cm | 0.787402″ | 25/32″ |
| 3 cm | 1.1811″ | 1 3/16″ |
| 4 cm | 1.5748″ | 1 37/64″ |
| 5 cm | 1.9685″ | 1 31/32″ |
| 6 cm | 2.3622″ | 2 23/64″ |
| 7 cm | 2.7559″ | 2 3/4″ |
| 8 cm | 3.1496″ | 3 5/32″ |
| 9 cm | 3.5433″ | 3 35/64″ |
| 10 cm | 3.937″ | 3 15/16″ |
| 11 cm | 4.3307″ | 4 21/64″ |
| 12 cm | 4.7244″ | 4 23/32″ |
| 13 cm | 5.1181″ | 5 1/8″ |
| 14 cm | 5.5118″ | 5 33/64″ |
| 15 cm | 5.9055″ | 5 29/32″ |
| 16 cm | 6.2992″ | 6 19/64″ |
| 17 cm | 6.6929″ | 6 11/16″ |
| 18 cm | 7.0866″ | 7 3/32″ |
| 19 cm | 7.4803″ | 7 31/64″ |
| 20 cm | 7.874″ | 7 7/8″ |
| 21 cm | 8.2677″ | 8 17/64″ |
| 22 cm | 8.6614″ | 8 21/32″ |
| 23 cm | 9.0551″ | 9 1/16″ |
| 24 cm | 9.4488″ | 9 29/64″ |
| 25 cm | 9.8425″ | 9 27/32″ |
| 26 cm | 10.24″ | 10 15/64″ |
| 27 cm | 10.63″ | 10 5/8″ |
| 28 cm | 11.02″ | 11 1/32″ |
| 29 cm | 11.42″ | 11 27/64″ |
| 30 cm | 11.81″ | 11 13/16″ |
| 31 cm | 12.2″ | 12 13/64″ |
| 32 cm | 12.6″ | 12 19/32″ |
| 33 cm | 12.99″ | 12 63/64″ |
| 34 cm | 13.39″ | 13 25/64″ |
| 35 cm | 13.78″ | 13 25/32″ |
| 36 cm | 14.17″ | 14 11/64″ |
| 37 cm | 14.57″ | 14 9/16″ |
| 38 cm | 14.96″ | 14 61/64″ |
| 39 cm | 15.35″ | 15 23/64″ |
| 40 cm | 15.75″ | 15 3/4″ |
References
National Institute of Standards and Technology, Checking the Net Contents of Packaged Goods, Handbook 133 – 2019 Edition, https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/hb/2019/NIST.HB.133-2019.pdf
