Mm to Cm
Convert Millimeters to Centimeters
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How to convert millimeters to centimeters
Worked example: 10 mm = 1 cm
| Unit | Length |
|---|---|
| Kilometers (km) | 0.00001 km |
| Meters (m) | 0.01 m |
| Decimeters (dm) | 0.1 dm |
| Centimeters (cm) | 1 cm |
| Millimeters (mm) | 10 mm |
10 mm ÷ 10 = 1 cm
Rule: centimeters = millimeters ÷ 10 — exact: 1 cm = 10 mm.
See Also
- Cm to Mm - Convert Centimeters to Millimeters
- Cm to M - Convert Centimeters to Meters
- M to Cm - Convert Meters to Centimeters
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- Centimeters to Inches - Convert Centimeters to Inches
- Meters to Feet - Convert Meters to Feet
- Centimeters to Feet - Convert Centimeters to Feet
FAQ
What is the formula to convert mm to cm?
Divide the millimeter value by 10 — that is, move the decimal point one place to the left. For example, 25 mm ÷ 10 = 2.5 cm.
How many cm is 1 mm?
One millimeter is 0.1 cm — a tenth of a centimeter, the smallest division on an ordinary ruler.
How many millimeters and centimeters are in a meter?
One meter holds 100 centimeters or 1,000 millimeters (1 m = 100 cm = 1,000 mm).