📐 Centimeter Calculator
Turn centimeter measurements into a variety of metric and imperial units at once.
Useful for DIY projects, fabric measurements, and translating metric specs for imperial audiences.
How to Use This Calculator
Enter centimeters
Type the measurement from rulers, clothing tags, or product spec sheets.
Review the conversions
See the equivalent length in millimeters, meters, kilometers, inches, feet, and yards.
Use what you need
Copy the units that suit your project—imperial for carpentry, metric for engineering.
Formula
Millimeters = cm × 10
Meters = cm ÷ 100
Inches = cm ÷ 2.54, Feet = Inches ÷ 12
Use the formula breakdown to confirm the calculation logic or perform the conversion manually if needed.
Full Description
Centimeters sit between millimeters and meters in the metric system. This calculator turns a single cm measurement into common alternatives so you can match the unit to your audience or tools without additional math.
By routing through meters, conversions remain precise—especially important when dealing with large or very small lengths.
Pair it with the cm-to-ft/in converter when you need heights expressed in feet and inches rather than decimal feet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I enter decimals?
Yes. Fractional centimeters convert accurately, which is handy for precision engineering and tailoring.
Why include kilometers?
Large cm values (such as land surveys) benefit from seeing the equivalent in kilometers for quick order-of-magnitude checks.
Are the imperial conversions exact?
They use the exact definition (1 in = 2.54 cm). Results are precise enough for engineering and construction work.
What about miles?
Use the length converter if you need even more units, including miles or nautical miles.