Conversion table: Centimetres (cm) to Inches (in)
| Centimetres (cm) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3937 |
| 2 | 0.7874 |
| 3 | 1.1811 |
| 5 | 1.9685 |
| 10 | 3.937 |
| 15 | 5.9055 |
| 20 | 7.874 |
| 25 | 9.8425 |
| 50 | 19.685 |
| 75 | 29.5276 |
| 100 | 39.3701 |
| 250 | 98.4252 |
| 500 | 196.8504 |
| 1,000 | 393.7008 |
How to use the Centimetres to Inches
- 1 Choose a category, such as length or temperature.
- 2 Enter the value and pick the unit to convert from and to.
- 3 Read the result; use the ⇄ button to swap the units.
Formula
inches = centimetres ÷ 2.54
Because an inch is defined as exactly 2.54 cm, dividing by 2.54 gives an exact result. For a quick estimate, multiply by 0.4: 30 cm is roughly 12 inches (exactly 11.81).
When you need it
Screen sizes, clothing measurements, picture frames and furniture from the US and UK are usually given in inches, while most of the world measures in centimetres. A TV with a 55-inch diagonal, for example, is about 140 cm.
Frequently asked questions
How many inches is 1 cm?
1 cm is 0.393701 inches.
How many inches is 30 cm?
30 cm is 11.81 inches – just under one foot.
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