Millimeter to Centimeter (mm to cm)
Convert mm to cm — Length converter
One millimeter equals 0.1 cm, so to convert millimeters to centimeters you multiply the value by 0.1. A millimeter is smaller than a centimeter — going the other way, 1 cm = 10 mm. For example, 10 mm = 1 cm and 50 mm = 5 cm.
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1 mm = 0.1 cm
Millimeter to Centimeter formula
1 Millimeter = 0.1 cm
Worked examples
- 25 mm = 2.5 cm
- 100 mm = 10 cm
Millimeter to Centimeter conversion table
| Millimeter (mm) | Centimeter (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.1 |
| 2 | 0.2 |
| 3 | 0.3 |
| 5 | 0.5 |
| 8 | 0.8 |
| 10 | 1 |
| 12 | 1.2 |
| 15 | 1.5 |
| 20 | 2 |
| 25 | 2.5 |
| 50 | 5 |
| 100 | 10 |
| 250 | 25 |
| 500 | 50 |
| 1000 | 100 |
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in one millimeter?
One millimeter equals 0.1 centimeters (cm).
How many millimeters are in one centimeter?
One centimeter equals 10 millimeters (mm).
How do you convert millimeters to centimeters?
1 Millimeter = 0.1 cm. Use the calculator above for any value.
What is 5 mm in cm?
5 mm = 0.5 cm.
What is 100 mm in cm?
100 mm = 10 cm.
What is 10 mm in cm?
10 mm = 1 cm.
What is 20 mm in cm?
20 mm = 2 cm.
Is a millimeter bigger than a centimeter?
No. A millimeter is smaller — one millimeter equals 0.1 centimeters, while one centimeter equals 10 millimeters.