5'6 in Cm: the Exact Height Conversion Most People Get Wrong
By Maya Lin-Takahashi
Q1: Should I write 167 cm or 168 cm on my official visa or passport application?
A1: Write 168 cm. Because the exact calculation yields 167.64 cm, mathematical rounding standards require bumping any value at or above .50 to the next whole digit.
Q2: Why do some online height charts claim 5'6" is 170 cm?
A2: Those charts stem from improper data entry. They mistake 5 feet 6 inches for the decimal 5.6. Because 0.6 of a foot equals 7.2 inches, that mistake accidentally adds 1.2 inches to your stature.
Q3: How many meters is 5 feet 6 inches?
A3: Exactly 1.6764 meters. To shift from centimeters to meters, divide the centimeter value by 100.
Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.
