Length
What is a Centimeter? (cm)
Definition
A centimeter (symbol: cm) is a unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter (0.01 m). It is widely used for everyday measurements such as height, clothing sizes, and small object dimensions. The centimeter is part of the metric system and is common in most countries outside the United States.
Common Uses
- › Body height and medical measurements
- › Clothing and shoe sizes
- › Screen and display sizes
- › Furniture dimensions
Converters
About the Centimeter
A centimeter (symbol: cm) is a unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter (0.01 m). It is widely used for everyday measurements such as height, clothing sizes, and small object dimensions. The centimeter is part of the metric system and is common in most countries outside the United States.
Equivalents and conversions
- 1 cm = 0.01 m
- 1 cm = 10 mm
- 1 cm ≈ 0.394 in
- 100 cm = 1 m