Chi to Inches Converter: Chinese Length Unit
Convert Chinese chi (尺) into centimeters, inches and feet. This uses the modern mainland value of one third of a meter.
Quick answer: 1 modern Chinese chi equals 33.33 centimeters, 13.12 inches, or about 1.094 feet.
Uses the modern mainland China value. Historical chi values can differ by period.
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.
02 /Common chi to inches chart
| Chi | Centimeters | Inches | Feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 尺 | 33.33 cm | 13.12 in | 1.09 ft |
| 2 尺 | 66.67 cm | 26.25 in | 2.19 ft |
| 3 尺 | 100 cm | 39.37 in | 3.28 ft |
| 6 尺 | 200 cm | 78.74 in | 6.56 ft |
| 10 尺 | 333.33 cm | 131.23 in | 10.94 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.
Examples and related conversions
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Reference answer
1 modern mainland chi is 1/3 metre: approximately 33.333333 cm or 13.12336 international inches.
Scope: Modern mainland length. It does not define every historical or regional chi.
Source: Modern-unit definitions and context · Method and verification limits