Convert inches to cm
1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. To convert inches to centimeters, multiply the number of inches by 2.54: for example, 10 in is 25.4 cm. Ethical Tube's free inches to cm converter does the math as you type, and the chart below lists common values.
1 in = 2.54 cm
- 1 in
- 2.54 cm
- 1 cm
- 0.393701 in
- Formula
- cm = in × 2.54
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Conversion chart
inches to cm chart
| Inches (in) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 2.54 cm |
| 2 in | 5.08 cm |
| 3 in | 7.62 cm |
| 4 in | 10.16 cm |
| 5 in | 12.7 cm |
| 6 in | 15.24 cm |
| 8 in | 20.32 cm |
| 10 in | 25.4 cm |
| 12 in | 30.48 cm |
| 15 in | 38.1 cm |
| 20 in | 50.8 cm |
| 25 in | 63.5 cm |
| 50 in | 127 cm |
| 100 in | 254 cm |
How it works
How to convert inches to cm
Know the formula
cm = in × 2.54. In words: multiply the number of inches by 2.54.
Work an example
10 in → 25.4 cm. Round to two or three decimal places for everyday use.
Or type it in
Enter any value in the converter above and the answer appears instantly, in both directions.
Good to know
About length units
- Since 1959, one inch is defined as exactly 2.54 centimeters, so conversions between metric and US lengths are exact.
- A foot is 12 inches, a yard is 3 feet, and a mile is 5,280 feet.
FAQ
Questions, answered
How many centimeters are in an inch?
There are 2.54 centimeters in 1 inch. To convert inches to centimeters, multiply the number of inches by 2.54.
What is 10 inches in cm?
10 inches is 25.4 centimeters.
How do you convert cm back to inches?
Multiply the number of centimeters by 0.393701. 1 centimeter is 0.393701 inches.
Is this inches to cm converter free?
Yes. It's free and works in any browser, even offline once the page has loaded. The answer updates as you type, and nothing you enter is sent anywhere.
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