How to convert cm to inches
Divide the centimetre value by 2.54.
1
Enter centimetres
Use the measurement in cm.
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Read inches
The main result is the decimal inch value.
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Use feet and inches
Useful for height forms that ask for feet and inches.
What does this tool do?
One inch is exactly 2.54 centimetres. This converter shows inches, feet-and-inches and millimetres so the same height can be read in the unit a form or product listing expects.
The Formula
Inches = Centimetres ÷ 2.54Frequently Asked Questions
How many inches is 175 cm?
175 cm ÷ 2.54 = 68.90 inches, or about 5 ft 8.9 in.
Why is the inch defined as 2.54 cm?
The international inch has been defined as exactly 2.54 centimetres since 1959, which makes the conversion exact.