Convert Millimeter to Centimeter
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Millimeter
Definition: One thousandth of a meter, the SI base unit of length.
Current use: Used for small, precise measurements in engineering, printing, and manufacturing tolerances.
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.
Millimeter to Centimeter Conversion Table
| Millimeter [mm] | Centimeter [cm] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 mm | 0.001 cm |
| 0.1 mm | 0.01 cm |
| 1 mm | 0.1 cm |
| 2 mm | 0.2 cm |
| 3 mm | 0.3 cm |
| 5 mm | 0.5 cm |
| 10 mm | 1 cm |
| 20 mm | 2 cm |
| 50 mm | 5 cm |
| 100 mm | 10 cm |
| 1000 mm | 100 cm |
How to Convert Millimeter to Centimeter
1 cm = 10 mm
Example: convert 1 mm to cm:
Centimeter to Millimeter Conversion Table
| Centimeter [cm] | Millimeter [mm] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 cm | 0.1 mm |
| 0.1 cm | 1 mm |
| 1 cm | 10 mm |
| 2 cm | 20 mm |
| 3 cm | 30 mm |
| 5 cm | 50 mm |
| 10 cm | 100 mm |
| 20 cm | 200 mm |
| 50 cm | 500 mm |
| 100 cm | 1000 mm |
| 1000 cm | 10000 mm |
Quick Estimate
For a quick mental estimate, 1 mm is about 0.1 cm, and 1 cm is about 10 mm. 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 Millimeter?
1 Millimeter (mm) equals 0.1 Centimeter (cm).
How do I convert Millimeter to Centimeter?
Multiply the value in mm by 0.1 to get cm. To go the other way, multiply cm by 10.
What is 10 Millimeter in Centimeter?
10 mm = 1 cm.
What is 100 Millimeter in Centimeter?
100 mm = 10 cm.
What is a Millimeter?
One thousandth of a meter, the SI base unit of length. Used for small, precise measurements in engineering, printing, and manufacturing tolerances.
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 Millimeter are in 1 Centimeter?
1 Centimeter (cm) equals 10 Millimeter (mm).
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