Convert Centimeters to Inches
1 cm = 0.393701 in. Enter any value below.
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Centimeters to Inches formula
in = cm × 0.393701
A centimeter is one hundredth of a meter — about the width of a fingernail. An inch is exactly 2.54 centimeters; there are 12 inches in a foot.
Worked example
To convert 5 cm, multiply by 0.393701: 5 cm × 0.393701 = 1.968504 in.
Centimeters to Inches conversion table
| Centimeters | Inches |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.393701 in |
| 2 cm | 0.787402 in |
| 3 cm | 1.181102 in |
| 4 cm | 1.574803 in |
| 5 cm | 1.968504 in |
| 6 cm | 2.362205 in |
| 7 cm | 2.755906 in |
| 8 cm | 3.149606 in |
| 9 cm | 3.543307 in |
| 10 cm | 3.937008 in |
| 12 cm | 4.724409 in |
| 15 cm | 5.905512 in |
| 20 cm | 7.874016 in |
| 25 cm | 9.84252 in |
| 30 cm | 11.811024 in |
| 40 cm | 15.748031 in |
| 50 cm | 19.685039 in |
| 75 cm | 29.527559 in |
| 100 cm | 39.370079 in |
| 250 cm | 98.425197 in |
| 500 cm | 196.850394 in |
| 1,000 cm | 393.700787 in |
Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in a centimeter?
1 cm equals 0.393701 in.
How do I convert centimeters to inches?
Use the formula in = cm × 0.393701. For example, 5 cm = 1.968504 in.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Uses exact, internationally defined conversion factors.