M to cm
One m equals 100 cm. Type any number and the answer appears as you type — the maths happens in your browser.
Result
The same value in every unit
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Common values
| m | cm |
|---|---|
| 1 m | 100 cm |
| 2 m | 200 cm |
| 3 m | 300 cm |
| 5 m | 500 cm |
| 10 m | 1000 cm |
| 15 m | 1500 cm |
| 20 m | 2000 cm |
| 25 m | 2500 cm |
| 50 m | 5000 cm |
| 100 m | 10000 cm |
| 500 m | 50000 cm |
| 1000 m | 100000 cm |
How to use
- Enter the number of m in the field.
- The result in cm updates on every keystroke.
- Use the table below for the values people look up most often.
Formula and reverse conversion
The formula
To convert by hand: cm = m × 100. Going back the other way, one cm is 0.01 m.
Metric units differ by powers of ten
Both units belong to the metric system, so the conversion is a shift of the decimal point: the factor is a power of ten and nothing is lost to rounding.
cm = m × 100
Frequently asked questions
How many cm are in one m?
One m is 100 cm.
How do I convert m to cm?
Multiply by the factor: cm = m × 100.
Is the result exact?
The factors are the exact legal definitions, and up to ten significant digits are kept in the answer. Rounding happens only in the display.
How do I convert cm back to m?
One cm is 0.01 m — or open the reverse page linked below.