Centimeters conversion calculators, tables and formulas Abbreviation Symbol: cm Unit of: Length Worldwide use: The centimetre is used worldwide as a measurement of length There are a few exceptions, most notably the United States, which still primarily uses the U S Customary (similar to imperial) system Definition: The centimetre is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of
Measurement unit conversion: cm - Convert Units Cm is a measure of length Get more information and details on the 'cm' measurement unit, including its symbol, category, and common conversions from cm to other length units