Meter to Centimeter

Convert meter to centimeter with the exact factor, a quick reference table and three worked examples. Everything runs in your browser.

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FromMeter (m)
ToCentimeter (cm)
100cm
cm = m × 100

Conversion formula

cm = m × 100

The conversion factor is 100; multiply directly.

Common conversions

Meter (m) Centimeter (cm)
1 100
2 200
5 500
10 1,000
20 2,000
50 5,000
100 10,000

Worked examples

1

1 m = 100 cm

2

10 m = 1,000 cm

3

100 m = 10,000 cm

Frequently asked questions

How many centimeter are in one meter?
One meter equals 100 centimeter. Use cm = m × 100 for any value.
What is the conversion formula?
The formula is cm = m × 100. Here m is the input unit and cm is the output unit.
Is the result rounded?
The calculation uses the standard factor 100. Displayed values keep up to six significant digits.

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