1 centimetre = 0.393701 inches. To convert centimetres to inches, multiply by 0.393701. To convert inches back to centimetres, multiply by 2.54.
1 Centimetre (cm) = 0.393701 Inch (in)
Centimetre to inches formula
Inches = centimetres × 0.393701
Example: 5 centimetres = 5 × 0.393701 = 1.9685 inches.
Centimetre to inches conversion table
| Centimetres | Inches |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.393701 |
| 2 | 0.787402 |
| 3 | 1.1811 |
| 4 | 1.5748 |
| 5 | 1.9685 |
| 10 | 3.937 |
| 15 | 5.9055 |
| 20 | 7.874 |
| 25 | 9.8425 |
| 50 | 19.685 |
| 100 | 39.3701 |
Where this is used in property
Room sizes, ceiling heights, plot frontage and floor plans in India are usually written in feet and inches, while RERA documents and building plans use metres. Converting correctly helps you check carpet area and room dimensions before you buy or rent.
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Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in 1 centimetre?
1 centimetre is 0.393701 inches.
How do I convert centimetres to inches?
Multiply the number of centimetres by 0.393701. For example, 5 centimetres = 1.9685 inches.
How many centimetres make 1 inch?
1 inch is 2.54 centimetres.
Is this converter exact?
Yes. 1 inch is exactly 2.54 cm and 1 foot is exactly 0.3048 m, so the results are exact up to rounding.
