millimetre to centimetre
Live millimetre (mm) to centimetre (cm) converter. Plus a 10-value reference table and FAQs.
Conversion table
Ten sample values from millimetre to centimetre. Use the converter above for arbitrary values.
| millimetre (mm) | → | centimetre (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 mm | → | 1.0000e-4 cm |
| 0.01 mm | → | 0.001 cm |
| 0.1 mm | → | 0.01 cm |
| 0.5 mm | → | 0.05 cm |
| 1 mm | → | 0.1 cm |
| 2 mm | → | 0.2 cm |
| 5 mm | → | 0.5 cm |
| 10 mm | → | 1 cm |
| 100 mm | → | 10 cm |
| 1,000 mm | → | 100 cm |
About the millimetre
1/1000 of a metre. Standard for small machined parts and rainfall.
About the centimetre
1/100 of a metre. Common for body and clothing measurements.
How millimetre to centimetre conversion works
Both units belong to Length. Unitbox first expresses the input in the category reference unit (m), then expresses that same quantity in centimetre.
Common uses include plans, dimensions, travel distances, screens, and manufacturing specifications.
Unit definitions and conversion factors are maintained in the Unitbox methodology. Last reviewed with the current conversion dataset.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert millimetre to centimetre?
Multiply the millimetre value by 0.1 to get it in centimetre. For example, 10 mm = 1 cm.
What is 1 mm in cm?
1 mm = 0.1 cm.
What is 100 mm in cm?
100 mm = 10 cm.
What is the formula?
Linear: multiply by 0.1 (the unit factor ratio).
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