Essential for US shopping, furniture sizing, and understanding American measurements. 100% free, instant download.
US Shopping • 1-100
Range: 1-100 cm • Step: 5 cm • 2 decimals • Fractions • Feet & Inches • Meters
| CM | Meters | Decimal Inches | Fraction Inches | Feet'Inches" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.01 | 0.39 | 25/64" | 0'0" |
| 6 | 0.06 | 2.36 | 2 23/64" | 0'2" |
| 11 | 0.11 | 4.33 | 4 21/64" | 0'4" |
| 16 | 0.16 | 6.30 | 6 19/64" | 0'6" |
| 21 | 0.21 | 8.27 | 8 17/64" | 0'8" |
| 26 | 0.26 | 10.24 | 10 15/64" | 0'10" |
| 31 | 0.31 | 12.20 | 12 13/64" | 1'0" |
| 36 | 0.36 | 14.17 | 14 11/64" | 1'2" |
| 41 | 0.41 | 16.14 | 16 9/64" | 1'4" |
| 46 | 0.46 | 18.11 | 18 7/64" | 1'6" |
| 51 | 0.51 | 20.08 | 20 5/64" | 1'8" |
| 56 | 0.56 | 22.05 | 22 3/64" | 1'10" |
| 61 | 0.61 | 24.02 | 24 1/64" | 2'0" |
| 66 | 0.66 | 25.98 | 25 63/64" | 2'2" |
| 71 | 0.71 | 27.95 | 27 61/64" | 2'4" |
| 76 | 0.76 | 29.92 | 29 59/64" | 2'6" |
| 81 | 0.81 | 31.89 | 31 57/64" | 2'8" |
| 86 | 0.86 | 33.86 | 33 55/64" | 2'10" |
| 91 | 0.91 | 35.83 | 35 53/64" | 3'0" |
| 96 | 0.96 | 37.80 | 37 51/64" | 3'2" |
Formula: inches = cm ÷ 2.54
Generated by ChartsPrintables.com • Free to use and share
Rows
20
Range
1-100
PDF FILE SIZE
≈0KB
Quality
300 DPI
Quick reference for converting your height from centimeters to American format. Perfect for filling US forms, medical documents, and travel applications.
| Centimeters (cm) | Meters (m) | Feet & Inches | Total Inches |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 1.20 | 3'11" | 47 |
| 130 | 1.30 | 4'3" | 51 |
| 140 | 1.40 | 4'7" | 55 |
| 150 | 1.50 | 4'11" | 59 |
| 160 | 1.60 | 5'3" | 63 |
| 165 | 1.65 | 5'5" | 65 |
| 170 | 1.70 | 5'7" | 67 |
| 175 | 1.75 | 5'9" | 69 |
| 180 | 1.80 | 5'11" | 71 |
| 185 | 1.85 | 6'1" | 73 |
| 190 | 1.90 | 6'3" | 75 |
| 195 | 1.95 | 6'5" | 77 |
| 200 | 2.00 | 6'7" | 79 |
| 210 | 2.10 | 6'11" | 83 |
Highlighted rows:160 cm = Average female height175 cm = Average male height
📐 Quick Calculation Method:
Example: Convert 170 cm to feet and inches
Step 1: 170 ÷ 30.48 = 5.577 feet
Step 2: 5 feet (whole number)
Step 3: 0.577 × 12 = 6.92 inches ≈ 7 inches
Answer: 5'7" (5 feet 7 inches)
💡 Quick Tip:
Remember: 30 cm ≈ 1 foot for rough estimates
CM to Inches conversion is essential for understanding American measurements. Here's how this chart helps you navigate the US market.
Shop confidently on Amazon, Walmart, and US retailers:
Example:
IKEA KALLAX Shelf: 77 cm width
= 30.31 inches (fits in 32" space ✓)
Buying furniture for American homes:
Tip:
Standard US doorway = 80-82 cm wide = 31.5-32.3 inches (tight fit for large furniture!)
Understanding American apparel sizing:
Example:
European 48 suit (chest: 96 cm)
= 37.8 inches ≈ US size 38
Essential for travelers to the US:
Common Limits:
TSA Carry-on max: 56×36×23 cm
= 22"×14"×9" (varies by airline)
Learn the difference between metric and imperial measurement systems
A centimeter is 1/100th of a meter, used worldwide as the international standard for everyday measurements.
Key Facts:
Common in:
💡 Used by: Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, Australia
An inch is a unit of length in the imperial system, primarily used in the United States. Standardized as exactly 2.54 centimeters in 1959.
Key Facts:
Common in:
ℹ️ Based on: Historical British measurement
📐 Use Centimeters For:
📏 Use Inches For:
🌍 Global Context:
The US is one of only three countries that hasn't fully adopted the metric system. However, US science, medicine, and military all use metric measurements.
The Formula
Example Calculation:
Problem: Convert 50 cm to inches
Step 1: 50 ÷ 2.54
Answer: = 19.685 inches ≈ 19.7 inches
The conversion factor 2.54 comes from the 1959 international standardization. Since 1 inch is defined as exactly 2.54 centimeters:
💡 Memory Trick: To convert cm to inches, divide by 2.5 for a quick estimate (actual: 2.54, but 2.5 is easier!)
For quick estimates, divide cm by 2.5 instead of 2.54
Remember key reference points
Real-world examples to help you visualize cm-to-inches conversions for everyday American items
| Item | CM | Inches | US Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Card Length | 8.56 cm | 3.37" | Standard ID size |
| iPhone 15 Pro Height | 14.67 cm | 5.77" | Phone reference |
| US Letter Paper Width | 21.59 cm | 8.5" | Standard document |
| US Letter Paper Height | 27.94 cm | 11" | Standard document |
| Basketball Diameter | 24.26 cm | 9.55" | Official size 7 |
| Standard Door Width | 81.28 cm | 32" | Interior doors |
| Kitchen Counter Height | 91.44 cm | 36" | Standard height |
| Standard Doorway Height | 203.2 cm | 80" | 6'8" clearance |
| Queen Bed Width | 152.4 cm | 60" | 5 feet wide |
| King Bed Width | 193 cm | 76" | 6'4" wide |
Explore more free printable charts to complete your toolkit
Reverse conversion from inches to centimeters
Convert millimeters to inches for precision work
Convert feet to meters for height and distance
Complete height conversion reference (feet/cm/m)
1 centimeter equals 0.3937 inches (approximately 0.4 inches). This is derived from the exact conversion: 1 inch = 2.54 cm, so 1 cm = 1 ÷ 2.54 = 0.3937 inches.
170 cm = 66.93 inches. To convert to feet: (1) Divide 66.93 by 12 = 5.577 feet, (2) Take whole number = 5 feet, (3) Multiply decimal by 12: 0.577 × 12 = 6.93 inches, (4) Round: 5 feet 7 inches (5'7").
For quick mental math, divide cm by 2.5 (instead of the exact 2.54). Examples: 50 cm ÷ 2.5 = 20 inches (actual: 19.69), 100 cm ÷ 2.5 = 40 inches (actual: 39.37). The results are slightly high but close enough for everyday use!
The United States is one of only three countries (along with Liberia and Myanmar) that hasn't fully adopted the metric system. Historical reasons and the cost of conversion have kept the imperial system in use for everyday measurements, though US science, medicine, and military all use metric.
When shopping on Amazon.com or other US sites: (1) Check product dimensions in inches, (2) Convert your space measurements from cm to inches using our chart, (3) Add 2-5 cm (1-2 inches) clearance for fit. Example: If you have 100 cm shelf space, that's 39.37 inches. Look for items ≤ 37 inches to ensure fit with clearance.
Yes, they represent the same measurement in different formats: 1.5 inches (decimal) = 1 1/2 inches (fraction), 3.75 inches (decimal) = 3 3/4 inches (fraction). US construction and woodworking typically use fractions, while engineering and digital measurements use decimals.
We're here to help! Email us with your questions or feedback.
Email: support@chartsprintables.com