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Ye Shiwen Height

How tall is Ye Shiwen? Verified measurement of 5' 8.1" (173 cm), proportional silhouette comparison against national baselines, and peer lineup.

CMFT / IN0204060801001201401601802002201′0″2′0″3′0″4′0″5′0″6′0″7′0″Ye Shiwen5' 8.1" (173 cm)Avg China Woman5' 4.4" (163.5 cm)Avg China Man5' 9.2" (175.7 cm)
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Measurement & Verification Breakdown

Metric Height
173 cm
1.73 meters
Imperial Height
5' 8.1"
68.1 in
China Percentile
93th
Adult Women
Profession
Other Athletes
China
Ye Shiwen is 9.5 cm (3.7 in) taller than the average adult China women (163.5 cm / 5' 4.4").
Verified height source: World Aquatics•Accessed 2026-10-19
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How Tall is Ye Shiwen in Context?

At 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm), Ye Shiwen stands at 1.73 meters (or 68.1 in).

When placed against national health statistics from China, Ye Shiwen is 9.5 cm (3.7 in) taller than the average adult China women (163.5 cm / 5' 4.4"). According to standardized demographic stature distributions, this places her in approximately the 93rd percentile among adult China women.

Within the other athletes community, stature often influences role perception, public stage presence, and camera blocking. Use our free interactive Height Comparison Chart to place Ye Shiwen side-by-side with yourself or any other public figure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Ye Shiwen in feet and inches?

Ye Shiwen is 5 feet 8 inches tall (5' 8.1"), which converts to exactly 173 centimeters or 1.73 meters.

Is Ye Shiwen taller than the average China woman?

Ye Shiwen is 9.5 cm (3.7 in) taller than the average adult China women (163.5 cm / 5' 4.4").

How can I visually compare my height to Ye Shiwen?

You can use our interactive comparison tool to place your custom height alongside Ye Shiwen with proportional full-body silhouettes and downloadable scale charts.