Inch to Centimeter Conversion: Examples with Formula

Introduction

An Inch to Centimeter conversion is a mathematical term used to measure the length of an object in both inches and centimeters. There is a particular formula for converting centimeters into inches and inches into centimeters. In this blog, we will learn about centimeters, inches, and conversions.

Definition of Centimeter

A centimeter is a metric term used to measure the length of an object. It is a very common term which is used to describe the length or height of any object. It is written as “cm. On rulers, a centimeter is frequently written as cm. We can also write centimeters (cm) as:

100 cm = 1 Meter

100 cm = 39.37 Inches

100 cm = 1000 Millimeter

100 cm = 1.093 Yard

100 cm = 3.280 Foot

A ruler or measuring tape is used to measure centimeters, and the units of measurement are specified. Centimeters are most frequently used to measure small objects like bottles, notebooks, pencils, and other tiny items.

Formula for Centimeter to Inch Conversion

As we know, 

1cm = 0.3937 inches

Thus, to convert centimeters into inches, multiply the value by 0.3937.

For Example:

Convert 10cm into inches, multiply 10cm by 0.3937 to get the value in inches.

10 x 0.393701 = 3.93701 inches

Definition of Inch

An inch is a unit of length in the British imperial and United States customary systems of measurement. Nations, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, generally use the inch as the unit of length. The uniform metric system was adopted by the rest of the world in the 19th century because having the same unit of measurement across nations would enable communication.

100 inch = 2.54 Meter

100 inch = 254 Centimeter

100 inch = 2540 Millimeter

100 inch = 2.7777 Yard

100 inch = 8.3333 Foot

Rulers, yardsticks, and measuring tape are the common measuring instruments we use to measure inches. We use inches to determine the height and length of any object or the height of any person.

Formula for Inch to Centimeter Conversion

As we know, 

1 inch = 2.54 cm

Thus, to convert inches into centimeters, multiply the value by 2.54.

For Example:

Convert 10 inches into cm, multiply 10 inches by 2.54 to get the value in cm.

10 x 2.54 = 25.4 cm

List of Inch to Centimeter Conversion

Solved Examples of Inches to Centimeter Conversion

Q1) Convert 32 Inches into Centimeters?

Solution:

As we know,

1 inch = 2.54 cm. 

So, to convert 32 inches to cm, we need to multiply 32 by 2.54. 

Therefore, 32 inches = 32 × 2.54 cm = 81.28 cm.

Q2) Which One is Greater? 15cm or 38 Inches?

Solution:

To find which one is greater, we can convert 38 inches into cm which will make it easy to find the solution.

1 inch = 2.54 cm

So, 38 inches = 38 × 2.54 cm = 96.52 cm

As, 15 cm < 96.52 cm. Therefore, 38 inches is greater than 15cm.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Full Form of Cm?

Solutions: The full form of CM is Centimeter.

2. 100 Inches is Equal to How Many Cm?

Solutions: 100 inches is equal to 254 cm.

3. 1 Cm is Equal to How Many Inches?

Solutions: 1cm is equal to 0.3937 inches.