Unit Converter

Convert cm to in

Please provide the value you want to convert [cm] Centimeter to [in] Inch, or vice versa.

Conversion Result

1 cm is equal to 0.393701 in.

Centimeter

Definition: A metric unit of length, equal to one hundredth of a meter.

Origin/History: The centimeter was introduced as part of the metric system during the French Revolution.

Usage: The centimeter is commonly used in many countries around the world for everyday measurements.

Inch

Definition: A unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 1/12 of a foot or 2.54 centimeters.

Origin/History: The inch has been used in various forms since ancient times and was standardized in the UK in the 19th century.

Usage: The inch is still used in the United States and other countries that use the imperial system, especially in construction and manufacturing.

How to Convert Centimeter to Inch

Example: Convert 15 Centimeter to Inch
To convert Centimeter to Inch, you can use the following formula: cm * 0.393701 = in