Convert inches to centimeters
Accurate tool to convert between in and cm
Length
Inches
The inch is a unit of length in the imperial system equal to 2.54 centimeters.
Centimeters
The centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one hundredth of a meter.
Formula
To convert from inches to centimeters, multiply the length by 2.54.
inches (in)
Description
The inch is a unit of length in the imperial system equal to 2.54 centimeters.
History
Historically based on the width of a human thumb. In the 14th century, it was defined as the length of three barleycorns placed end to end.
Symbol Origin
Derived from the Latin 'uncia', meaning 'one-twelfth' (of a foot).
Usage Context
Used for screen sizes (TVs, phones), tire rim diameters, and paper sizes (US Letter).
Main Usage
Did you know?
The international inch was exactly defined as 25.4 mm in 1959 to unify the US and British standards.
centimeters (cm)
Description
The centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one hundredth of a meter.
History
First defined in 1795 by the French Academy of Sciences as 1/100th of a meter.
Symbol Origin
From 'centi' (hundredth) and 'meter'.
Usage Context
Used for everyday measurements like human height, furniture dimensions, and screen sizes.
Main Usage
Did you know?
The average width of a human fingernail is approximately 1 cm.
Quick Conversion Table
| inches (in) | centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 2 | 5.08 |
| 5 | 12.7 |
| 10 | 25.4 |
| 25 | 63.5 |
| 50 | 127 |
| 100 | 254 |
| 500 | 1270 |
| 1000 | 2540 |
| 2500 | 6350 |
| 5000 | 12700 |
| 10000 | 25400 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How to convert inches to centimeters?
To convert from inches to centimeters, multiply the length by 2.54.
How many centimeters in 1 inches?
1 inches is equal to 2.54 centimeters.
What is a inches?
The inch is a unit of length in the imperial system equal to 2.54 centimeters.
What is a centimeters?
The centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one hundredth of a meter.