Centimeter to Meter Converter
1.00 m
Conversion Formula
1 meter = 100 centimeters
meters = centimeters ÷ 100
Understanding Centimeters and Meters
What is a Centimeter?
A centimeter (cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one hundredth of a meter. It's commonly used for measuring smaller objects and distances in everyday life.
What is a Meter?
A meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Originally defined as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, it's now defined by the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
Common Uses
- 📏 Centimeters: Paper sizes, body measurements, small objects
- 📐 Meters: Room dimensions, building heights, athletic fields