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Feet to CM Converter

How to Convert Feet to Centimeters

To convert feet to centimeters, multiply by 30.48. One foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. For feet and inches combined, multiply the feet by 30.48 and add the inches multiplied by 2.54. This conversion is essential when comparing heights internationally, shopping for clothes or furniture from metric countries, or filling out forms that require cm. While the US uses feet and inches for height, most medical records worldwide use centimeters for greater precision.

The Feet to CM Formula

The formula is: cm = feet × 30.48. For feet and inches: cm = (feet × 30.48) + (inches × 2.54). The factor 30.48 comes from 12 inches per foot × 2.54 cm per inch. Example: 5'10" = (5 × 30.48) + (10 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 25.4 = 177.8 cm. This is an exact conversion — there's no rounding involved. For decimal feet: 5.83 ft × 30.48 = 177.7 cm.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cm is 1 foot?

1 foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. This is an exact conversion factor established by international agreement in 1959.

How do I convert feet and inches to cm?

Multiply feet by 30.48 and inches by 2.54, then add. Example: 5'10" = (5 × 30.48) + (10 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 25.4 = 177.8 cm. Or convert to total inches first (5 × 12 + 10 = 70) then multiply by 2.54.

How many cm is 5 feet?

5 feet = 152.4 cm exactly. 5'0" = 152.4 cm, 5'6" = 167.64 cm, 5'9" = 175.26 cm. Each additional inch adds 2.54 cm.

How tall is 6 feet in cm?

6 feet = 182.88 cm, commonly rounded to 183 cm. In meters, that's about 1.83 m. 6'0" is considered tall in most countries.

Why do some countries use cm and others use feet?

Most countries adopted the metric system (cm/m) by the mid-20th century. The US retained feet/inches from the British imperial system. The UK uses a mix — metric officially but feet/inches for height in daily life. For international purposes, centimeters are the standard for height.

How do I convert square feet to square cm?

Multiply square feet by 929.03 to get square centimeters (30.48² = 929.03). Or multiply by 0.0929 to get square meters. Example: 200 sq ft = 185,806 cm² = 18.58 m².