Feet & Inches to CM Calculator

Use this free 5’8 in cm converter to instantly convert height from feet and inches into centimeters. This calculator is accurate, fast, and works on all devices.

5 feet 8 inches equals 172.72 centimeters.

 Feet and Inches to CM Formula

To convert feet and inches to centimeters:
1 foot = 12 inches
1 inch = 2.54 cm

Formula:
centimeters = (feet × 12 + inches) × 2.54

Example:
(5 × 12 + 8) × 2.54 = 172.72 cm

Height Conversion Table

| Height (ft/in) | Centimeters |
|—————:|————:|
| 5’6 | 167.64 cm |
| 5’7 | 170.18 cm |
| 5’8 | 172.72 cm |
| 5’9 | 175.26 cm |
| 5’10 | 177.80 cm |

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cm is 5'8?

5 feet 8 inches equals 172.72 centimeters.

5’8 is equal to 172.72 cm, which is considered an average height in many countries.

Multiply the total inches by 2.54. First convert feet to inches, add the remaining inches, then multiply.

Yes, 5’8 equals 172.72 cm, which is taller than 170 cm.