Inches to Meters Converter (in → m)

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Inches (in)

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Conversion Formula

meters = inches × 0.0254

1 inch = 0.0254 meters

What Is an Inch?

An inch (in) is an imperial unit of length commonly used in the United States and other countries for screens, tools, construction, and everyday measurements.

What Is a Meter?

A meter (m) is the base unit of length in the metric system. It is used worldwide in science, engineering, construction, and daily life.

How to Convert Inches to Meters

Take the measurement in inches.
Multiply it by 0.0254.
The result is the length in meters.

Example: 20 in × 0.0254 = 0.508 m

Inches to Meters Key Values Table

Inches (in)	Meters (m)
1	0.0254
5	0.127
10	0.254
20	0.508
39.37	1
50	1.27
100	2.54

Examples

12 inches = 0.3048 meters

24 inches = 0.6096 meters

60 inches = 1.524 meters

Frequently Asked Questions

How many meters are in 1 inch?

One inch equals exactly 0.0254 meters.

Is inch to meter conversion exact?

Yes. The inch is defined exactly as 0.0254 meters.

Which unit is larger?

A meter is much larger than an inch.

Real-Life Examples

Door height: 80 inches ≈ 2.032 meters
TV size: 55 inches ≈ 1.397 meters
Table length: 60 inches ≈ 1.524 meters
Human height: 70 inches ≈ 1.778 meters

Inches to Meters Visual Guide

Inches are much smaller than meters. A meter contains 39.37 inches.

Quick Visual Comparison

12 inches (0.3048 m)

39.37 inches (1 meter)

Easy Mental Conversion

Divide inches by 40 for a quick estimate.
Use exact math for precision.
Example: 80 in ÷ 40 ≈ 2 m (actual: 2.032 m).