Online calculator to convert inches to centimeters (in to cm) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Length or Distance units.
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Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between inches and centimeters.
What is an inch (in)?
An inch is a unit of Length or Distance in both US Customary Units as well as the Imperial System. The symbol for inch is in or ". There are 0.39370079 inches in a centimeter.
What is a centimeter (cm)?
A centimeter is a unit of Length or Distance in the Metric System. The symbol for centimeter is cm. There are 2.54 centimeters in an inch. The International spelling for this unit is centimetre.
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from inches to cm is:
cm = in x 2.54
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from inches to centimeters (in to cm).
Inches to Centimeter Conversion Example
Task: Convert 24 inches to centimeters (show work) Formula: in x 2.54 = cm Calculations: 24 in x 2.54 = 60.96 cm Result: 24 inches is equal to 60.96 cm
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from inches to cm.
Inches to Centimeters Conversion Chart
inches (in) | centimeters (cm) |
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1 inches | 2.54 cm |
2 inches | 5.08 cm |
3 inches | 7.62 cm |
4 inches | 10.16 cm |
5 inches | 12.7 cm |
6 inches | 15.24 cm |
7 inches | 17.78 cm |
8 inches | 20.32 cm |
9 inches | 22.86 cm |
10 inches | 25.4 cm |
20 inches | 50.8 cm |
30 inches | 76.2 cm |
40 inches | 101.6 cm |
50 inches | 127 cm |
75 inches | 190.5 cm |
100 inches | 254 cm |
250 inches | 635 cm |
500 inches | 1,270 cm |
750 inches | 1,905 cm |
1,000 inches | 2,540 cm |
2,500 inches | 6,350 cm |
5,000 inches | 12,700 cm |
7,500 inches | 19,050 cm |
10,000 inches | 25,400 cm |
25,000 inches | 63,500 cm |
50,000 inches | 127,000 cm |
75,000 inches | 190,500 cm |
100,000 inches | 254,000 cm |
250,000 inches | 635,000 cm |
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