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Chi to inches converter

Convert Chinese chi (尺) into centimeters, inches and feet. This uses the modern mainland value of one third of a meter.

Modern value: 1/3 meter Length · fabric · furniture Updated May 2026
Length · chi ↔ inches 尺 · length
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Uses the modern mainland China value. Historical chi values can differ by period.

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01 /Chi to inches formula

1 modern Chinese chi = 33.33 centimeters = 13.12 inches = 1.094 feet.

To convert chi to inches, multiply by 13.123. To convert inches to chi, divide by 13.123.

Example: 6 chi = 200 cm = 78.74 inches = 6.56 feet.

02 /Common chi to inches chart

ChiCentimetersInchesFeet
1 尺33.33 cm13.12 in1.09 ft
2 尺66.67 cm26.25 in2.19 ft
3 尺100 cm39.37 in3.28 ft
6 尺200 cm78.74 in6.56 ft
10 尺333.33 cm131.23 in10.94 ft

03 /Where chi appears

Older measurements

Chi appears in older Chinese writing, traditional construction notes and historical measurements.

Body height idioms

Chinese can describe height with chi and cun in older contexts, but modern height uses centimeters.

Regional caution

Historical and regional chi values can vary. Use this converter for modern mainland values.