Convert Centimeter to Decimeter (cm to dm)

Yes, the days are gone when you need copy and pencil to perform conversions for precise measurements. We are provided you with an advanced version of centimeters to decimeters through which you can get your desired cm to dm values corresponding to the general formula.

But, don’t to worry, here we also tells you about the step by step conversions with example by using the formula. But, before knowing about these steps, you should be aware about some basics, read on!

Did you know!

• 1 centimeter (cm) is equal to 0.1 decimeters (dm)
• 1 decimeter (dm) is equal to 10 centimeters (cm)

cm to dm Formula:

The same formula for centimeter to decimeter conversions is used by our converter to provides precise measurements:

dm = cm ÷ 10

How to convert cm to dm?

There are two methods through which you can find value from centimeters to decimeters, these are mentioned-below:

• Online converter for cm to dm (use the above one)
• Formula

We use the same above formula to show you the step by step conversion process with example, swipe down!

Example of Centimeters (cm) to Decimeters (dm) conversion:

Problem: Convert 34 cm to decimeter?

Solution:

Step 1 (Formula):

• dm = cm ÷ 10

Step 2 (Put the Values):

• 34 ÷ 10

Step 3 (Result):

• 3.4 dm

Means, 34 centimeters (cm) is equal to 3.4 decimeters (m)

Centimeters (cm) to Decimeters (dm) conversion table: