How to convert centimeters to meters
Centimeters and Meters both measure length, so converting is a single multiplication. One cm equals 0.01 m, so you multiply your centimeters value by 0.01.
Formula: meters = centimeters × 0.01. For example, 10 cm = 0.1 m.
Centimeters to Meters conversion table
| Centimeters (cm) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.01 |
| 2 | 0.02 |
| 5 | 0.05 |
| 10 | 0.1 |
| 25 | 0.25 |
| 50 | 0.5 |
| 100 | 1 |
| 1,000 | 10 |
Centimeters and Meters explained
Centimeters (cm): One-hundredth of a metre, common for body measurements, paper sizes and everyday lengths.
Meters (m): The SI base unit of length, defined by the distance light travels in a fraction of a second.
When you'd convert centimeters to meters
You'll convert centimeters to meters whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing centimeters and meters figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 cm is exactly 0.01 m, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in a centimeter?
One cm equals 0.01 m. Multiply your centimeters figure by 0.01 to get meters.
What is the formula to convert centimeters to meters?
meters = centimeters × 0.01. The factor 0.01 is exact.
What is 2 centimeters in meters?
2 cm = 0.02 m. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Centimeters to Meters converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 cm = 0.01 m) defined by BIPM — SI Brochure (definition of the metre), so results are exact to several decimal places.