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How to convert 1 cm to inches
One inch is exactly 2.54 centimeters, so divide by 2.54: 1 ÷ 2.54 = 0.3937 inches.
1 cm in other units
| Unit | 1 cm equals |
|---|---|
| Inches | 0.39 in |
| Feet | 0.033 ft |
| Feet and inches | 0 ft 0.4 in |
| Millimeters | 10 mm |
| Meters | 0.01 m |
| Yards | 0.011 yd |
Nearby values
| Centimeters | Inches | Feet & inches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.39 in | — |
| 2 cm | 0.79 in | — |
| 3 cm | 1.18 in | — |
| 4 cm | 1.57 in | — |
| 5 cm | 1.97 in | — |
| 6 cm | 2.36 in | — |
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How many inches is 1 cm?
1 cm is 0.39 inches (1 ÷ 2.54).