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Feet to Meters Converter

How to Convert Feet to Meters

To convert feet to meters, multiply by 0.3048. One foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters (30.48 cm). This exact relationship was established in 1959 by international agreement. The foot has been used since ancient civilizations — its origin relates to the length of a human foot. Today, it's primarily used in the United States and UK (for height). Nearly every other country uses the meter, which is the SI base unit of length defined by the speed of light.

The Feet to Meters Formula

The formula is: meters = feet × 0.3048. This is an exact conversion factor. For feet and inches combined, first convert to total feet: total feet = feet + (inches / 12), then multiply by 0.3048. Alternatively, convert feet to inches (× 12), add remaining inches, then multiply by 0.0254. Example: 5'10" = 5 + (10/12) = 5.833 ft × 0.3048 = 1.778 m.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many meters is 1 foot?

1 foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters (30.48 cm). This is an exact definition, not an approximation. To convert feet to meters, multiply by 0.3048.

How do I convert feet and inches to meters?

Convert to total inches first: (feet × 12) + inches. Then multiply by 0.0254 to get meters. Example: 5'8" = 68 inches × 0.0254 = 1.727 m. Or convert to decimal feet: 5 + 8/12 = 5.667 ft × 0.3048 = 1.727 m.

What is 6 feet in meters?

6 feet = 1.8288 meters, commonly rounded to 1.83 m. In centimeters, that's 182.88 cm.

How many feet is 1 meter?

1 meter = 3.28084 feet ≈ 3 ft 3.4 in. A meter is slightly longer than a yard (3 feet).

How do I convert square feet to square meters?

Divide square feet by 10.764 to get square meters. Example: 1,000 sq ft ÷ 10.764 = 92.9 m². This factor comes from (0.3048)² × 12² ... or simply (3.28084)² = 10.764.

Is a meter bigger than a foot?

Yes, significantly. 1 meter = 3.281 feet, so a meter is about 3.3 times longer than a foot. It takes about 3 feet and 3 inches to equal 1 meter.