Convert Meter to Centimeter
Enter a value in Meter to see it instantly in Centimeter, or use the reverse converter below.
Also searched as: metre to Centimeter, metres to Centimeter.
Meter
Definition: The SI base unit of length, originally defined from the Earth's meridian and now fixed by the speed of light.
Current use: The standard unit of length across science, construction, and everyday use in most of the world.
Centimeter
Definition: One hundredth of a meter — a common everyday metric unit.
Current use: Used worldwide for height, clothing sizes, and small object measurements outside the US.
Meter to Centimeter Conversion Table
| Meter [m] | Centimeter [cm] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 m | 1 cm |
| 0.1 m | 10 cm |
| 1 m | 100 cm |
| 2 m | 200 cm |
| 3 m | 300 cm |
| 5 m | 500 cm |
| 10 m | 1000 cm |
| 20 m | 2000 cm |
| 50 m | 5000 cm |
| 100 m | 10000 cm |
| 1000 m | 100000 cm |
How to Convert Meter to Centimeter
1 cm = 0.01 m
Example: convert 1 m to cm:
Centimeter to Meter Conversion Table
| Centimeter [cm] | Meter [m] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 cm | 0.0001 m |
| 0.1 cm | 0.001 m |
| 1 cm | 0.01 m |
| 2 cm | 0.02 m |
| 3 cm | 0.03 m |
| 5 cm | 0.05 m |
| 10 cm | 0.1 m |
| 20 cm | 0.2 m |
| 50 cm | 0.5 m |
| 100 cm | 1 m |
| 1000 cm | 10 m |
Quick Estimate
For a quick mental estimate, 1 m is about 100 cm, and 1 cm is about 0.01 m. Use the exact calculator above when accuracy matters, such as for money, medicine, engineering or anything you will buy or sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Centimeter are in 1 Meter?
1 Meter (m) equals 100 Centimeter (cm).
How do I convert Meter to Centimeter?
Multiply the value in m by 100 to get cm. To go the other way, multiply cm by 0.01.
What is 10 Meter in Centimeter?
10 m = 1000 cm.
What is 100 Meter in Centimeter?
100 m = 10000 cm.
What is a Meter?
The SI base unit of length, originally defined from the Earth's meridian and now fixed by the speed of light. The standard unit of length across science, construction, and everyday use in most of the world.
What is a Centimeter?
One hundredth of a meter — a common everyday metric unit. Used worldwide for height, clothing sizes, and small object measurements outside the US.
How many Meter are in 1 Centimeter?
1 Centimeter (cm) equals 0.01 Meter (m).
Popular Length Conversions
- Centimeter to Inch
- Inch to Centimeter
- Meter to Foot
- Foot to Meter
- Kilometer to Mile
- Mile to Kilometer
- Millimeter to Inch
- Inch to Foot
- Foot to Inch
- Centimeter to Foot
- Meter to Yard
- Foot to Centimeter
Convert Meter to Other Length Units
Convert Other Length Units to Centimeter
Open the full Length converter and see every unit →