How to convert centimeters to meters
One centimeter equals 0.01 meters. To convert, multiply the number of centimeters by 0.01 (or divide by 100):
Mental-math shortcut: Divide centimeters by 100 (move the decimal point two places left): 175 cm = 1.75 m.
Example
Convert 175 centimeters to meters: 175 cm × 0.01 = 1.75 m.
Centimeters to Meters conversion chart
| Centimeters (cm) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.01 |
| 5 | 0.05 |
| 10 | 0.1 |
| 25 | 0.25 |
| 50 | 0.5 |
| 75 | 0.75 |
| 100 | 1 |
| 120 | 1.2 |
| 150 | 1.5 |
| 160 | 1.6 |
| 170 | 1.7 |
| 175 | 1.75 |
| 180 | 1.8 |
| 200 | 2 |
| 250 | 2.5 |
| 500 | 5 |
| 1,000 | 10 |
What is a centimeter?
A centimeter (cm) is one hundredth of a meter, roughly the width of a fingernail. It is the everyday unit for height, body measurements and clothing sizes in most of the world. One centimeter is about 0.3937 inches, and exactly 2.54 centimeters make one inch.
What is a meter?
The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Since 1983 it has been defined by the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second. A meter is a little longer than a yard — about 3.28 feet.
Converting the other way? Use the Meters to Centimeters converter.
Frequently asked questions
How many meters is one centimeter?
One centimeter is 0.01 meters.
How do I convert centimeters to meters?
Multiply the value in centimeters by 0.01. For example, 175 cm × 0.01 = 1.75 m.
What is 150 cm in meters?
150 cm is 1.5 meters.
How do I convert meters to centimeters?
Multiply meters by 100 (or divide by 0.01). You can also use our Meters to Centimeters converter.
Conversions use the internationally agreed definitions of each unit (for example, 1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly) and are rounded for display. Volume converters use US customary units unless stated otherwise.
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