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Converting centimeters to inches (cm to in)

How to convert centimeters to inches

To convert from centimeters to inches, use the coefficient below.

Formula
cm × 0.39370079 = in

Multiply the number of centimeters by 0.39370079.

Table of values

centimeter (cm) inches (in)
1 0.393701
2 0.787402
5 1.968504
10 3.937008
20 7.874016
5 0 19.685039
100 39.370079
500 196.850394
1000 393.700787

Help

centimeter: A centimeter is a unit of length equal to 0.01 meters.

inch: An inch (2.54 cm) is an imperial unit of length.

Questions and answers

How many inches are in 1 cm?
Answer: 0.39370079.

How to convert back?
Answer: Divide by 0.39370079.

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