Convert Meters to Centimeters
1 m = 100 cm. Enter any value below.
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Meters to Centimeters formula
cm = m × 100
The meter is the SI base unit of length, defined by the distance light travels in 1/299,792,458 of a second. A centimeter is one hundredth of a meter — about the width of a fingernail.
Worked example
To convert 5 m, multiply by 100: 5 m × 100 = 500 cm.
Meters to Centimeters conversion table
| Meters | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 m | 100 cm |
| 2 m | 200 cm |
| 3 m | 300 cm |
| 4 m | 400 cm |
| 5 m | 500 cm |
| 6 m | 600 cm |
| 7 m | 700 cm |
| 8 m | 800 cm |
| 9 m | 900 cm |
| 10 m | 1,000 cm |
| 12 m | 1,200 cm |
| 15 m | 1,500 cm |
| 20 m | 2,000 cm |
| 25 m | 2,500 cm |
| 30 m | 3,000 cm |
| 40 m | 4,000 cm |
| 50 m | 5,000 cm |
| 75 m | 7,500 cm |
| 100 m | 10,000 cm |
| 250 m | 25,000 cm |
| 500 m | 50,000 cm |
| 1,000 m | 100,000 cm |
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in a meter?
1 m equals 100 cm.
How do I convert meters to centimeters?
Use the formula cm = m × 100. For example, 5 m = 500 cm.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Uses exact, internationally defined conversion factors.