How to convert centimetres to millimetres
1 centimetre = 10 millimetres and 1 millimetre = 0.1 centimetres. To convert centimetres to millimetres, multiply by 10:
mm = cm × 10
Examples
- 5 cm × 10 = 50 mm
- 25 cm × 10 = 250 mm
- 100 cm × 10 = 1,000 mm
cm to mm conversion table
| Centimetres (cm) | Millimetres (mm) |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 10 mm |
| 2 cm | 20 mm |
| 3 cm | 30 mm |
| 4 cm | 40 mm |
| 5 cm | 50 mm |
| 6 cm | 60 mm |
| 7 cm | 70 mm |
| 8 cm | 80 mm |
| 9 cm | 90 mm |
| 10 cm | 100 mm |
| 12 cm | 120 mm |
| 15 cm | 150 mm |
| 20 cm | 200 mm |
| 25 cm | 250 mm |
| 30 cm | 300 mm |
| 40 cm | 400 mm |
| 50 cm | 500 mm |
| 60 cm | 600 mm |
| 70 cm | 700 mm |
| 75 cm | 750 mm |
| 80 cm | 800 mm |
| 90 cm | 900 mm |
| 100 cm | 1,000 mm |
| 150 cm | 1,500 mm |
| 200 cm | 2,000 mm |
| 250 cm | 2,500 mm |
| 500 cm | 5,000 mm |
| 1,000 cm | 10,000 mm |
| 5,000 cm | 50,000 mm |
| 10,000 cm | 1,00,000 mm |
What is a centimetre?
A centimetre is one hundredth of a metre (0.01 m). It is used for everyday measurements such as height, clothing sizes and paper.
What is a millimetre?
A millimetre is one thousandth of a metre (0.001 m), used for precise measurements in engineering, construction drawings and rainfall.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I convert centimetres to millimetres?
Multiply the value in centimetres by 10. 1 centimetre = 10 millimetres.
How many centimetres are in one millimetre?
1 millimetre = 0.1 centimetres.
What is 25 cm in mm?
25 cm = 250 mm.
What is 100 cm in mm?
100 cm = 1,000 mm.