How many centimeters are in a meter?
There are 100 centimeters in 1 meter.
Detailed answer
The meter is the SI base unit; the centimeter is one hundredth of a meter. Therefore 1 m = 100 cm. To convert meters to centimeters, multiply by 100. To convert centimeters to meters, divide by 100.
Relationship context
Meters and centimeters are both metric (SI). Centimeters are convenient for everyday sizes; meters are standard for scientific and building dimensions. Both are exact decimal multiples of the meter.
Quick conversion table
| Meter (m) | Centimeter (cm) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 10 |
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 3 | 300 |
| 4 | 400 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 6 | 600 |
| 7 | 700 |
| 8 | 800 |
| 9 | 900 |
| Meter (m) | Centimeter (cm) |
|---|---|
| 10 | 1,000 |
| 20 | 2,000 |
| 30 | 3,000 |
| 40 | 4,000 |
| 50 | 5,000 |
| 60 | 6,000 |
| 70 | 7,000 |
| 80 | 8,000 |
| 90 | 9,000 |
| 100 | 10,000 |
More Meters converters
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