Centimeters to Meters Converter
Convert centimeters (cm) to meters (m)
Result
0.01 m
Meters
1 cm = 0.01 m
1 cm in other units
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How to convert centimeters to meters
There are 100 centimeters in one meter, so divide the number of centimeters by 100.
m = cm ÷ 100
1 cm = 0.01 m · 1 m = 100 cm
Worked example
To convert 5 centimeters to meters: 5 cm ÷ 100 = 0.05 m.
About centimeters (cm)
A centimeter is one hundredth of a metre. It is the everyday unit for body height and small objects in most of the world.
About meters (m)
The meter (metre) is the SI base unit of length, defined by the distance light travels in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
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Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in one centimeter?
One centimeter equals 0.01 meters.
How many centimeters are in one meter?
One meter equals 100 centimeters.
How do I convert centimeters to meters?
Use the formula m = cm ÷ 100. For example, 5 cm ÷ 100 = 0.05 m.