Convert Centimeter (cm) to Inch (in)
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What is Centimeter (cm)?
A centimeter (symbol: cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one hundredth of a meter.
History
The centimeter is based on the SI unit meter, adding the prefix 'centi' which means one hundredth.
Current Use
Commonly used for measuring small objects, height of people, and dimensions in everyday life where the meter is too large.
What is Inch (in)?
An inch (symbol: in) is a unit of length in the British imperial and the United States customary systems of measurement. It is equal to exactly 25.4 mm.
History
The inch is derived from the Roman uncia ('twelfth'), representing one-twelfth of a foot. Various standards existed until the international yard and pound agreement of 1959 standardized it.
Current Use
Widely used in the United States, UK, and Canada for defining screen sizes, pipe diameters, and everyday measurements.
Centimeter (cm) to Inch (in) Conversion Table
| Centimeter (cm) | Inch (in) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 centimeter | 0.003937 in |
| 0.1 centimeter | 0.03937 in |
| 1 centimeter | 0.393701 in |
| 2 centimeter | 0.787402 in |
| 3 centimeter | 1.181102 in |
| 4 centimeter | 1.574803 in |
| 5 centimeter | 1.968504 in |
| 10 centimeter | 3.937008 in |
| 20 centimeter | 7.874016 in |
| 50 centimeter | 19.685039 in |
| 100 centimeter | 39.370079 in |
| 1000 centimeter | 393.700787 in |