Unit Converter

Convert in to cm

Please provide the value you want to convert [in] Inch to [cm] Centimeter, or vice versa.

Conversion Result

1 in is equal to 2.54 cm.

Inch

Definition: A unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 1/12 of a foot or 2.54 centimeters.

Origin/History: The inch has been used in various forms since ancient times and was standardized in the UK in the 19th century.

Usage: The inch is still used in the United States and other countries that use the imperial system, especially in construction and manufacturing.

Centimeter

Definition: A metric unit of length, equal to one hundredth of a meter.

Origin/History: The centimeter was introduced as part of the metric system during the French Revolution.

Usage: The centimeter is commonly used in many countries around the world for everyday measurements.

How to Convert Inch to Centimeter

Example: Convert 15 Inch to Centimeter
To convert Inch to Centimeter, you can use the following formula: in * 2.54 = cm