M to Cm
Convert Meters to Centimeters
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How to convert meters to centimeters
Worked example: 1 m = 100 cm
| Unit | Length |
|---|---|
| Kilometers (km) | 0.001 km |
| Meters (m) | 1 m |
| Decimeters (dm) | 10 dm |
| Centimeters (cm) | 100 cm |
| Millimeters (mm) | 1,000 mm |
1 m × 100 = 100 cm
Rule: centimeters = meters × 100 — exact: 1 m = 100 cm.
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FAQ
How many centimeters are in 1 meter?
There are exactly 100 centimeters in 1 meter (1 m = 100 cm): the prefix centi- means one hundredth.
How do you convert m to cm?
Multiply the number of meters by 100, which means moving the decimal point two places to the right. For example, 1.5 m × 100 = 150 cm.
How many centimeters is 1.75 m tall?
1.75 m is 175 cm. A height in meters becomes centimeters by moving the decimal point two places right: 1.8 m = 180 cm, 1.6 m = 160 cm.