Convert feet to meters

Convert feet to meters by entering a value below.

1 ft (feet) = 0.3048 m (meters)

How to Convert Feet to Meters

The foot and meter are both units of length. 1 meter equals 3.280839895 feet. This means to convert feet to meters, you divide by 3.280839895.

Formula

meters = feet ÷ 3.280839895

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 ft to meters:

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Convert 5 ft to meters

We need to convert feet to meters

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Apply the formula

Since 1 m = 3.280839895 ft, divide by 3.280839895

5 ÷ 3.280839895 = 1.524

Answer

5 ft = 1.524 m

Foot to Meter Conversion Table

Quick reference table for common foot to meter conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.

Feet (ft) Meters (m)
1 ft 0.3048 m
2 ft 0.6096 m
5 ft 1.524 m
10 ft 3.048 m
15 ft 4.572 m
20 ft 6.096 m
25 ft 7.62 m
50 ft 15.24 m
100 ft 30.48 m

About These Units

Foot (ft)

A foot (ft) is an imperial unit equal to 12 inches or 30.48 centimeters exactly. Feet measure human height, room dimensions, building heights, and elevation in the US. One foot equals 0.3048 meters. Aviation altitude is measured in feet worldwide.

Meter (m)

The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI), used worldwide for scientific and everyday measurements. One meter equals 100 centimeters, 3.281 feet, or 39.37 inches. Originally defined as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert feet to meters?

To convert feet to meters, divide the value by 3.280839895. For example, 10 ft = 3.048 m.

How many meters are in 1 foot?

1 foot equals 0.3048 meters.

What is the formula for feet to meters?

The formula is: m = ft ÷ 3.280839895.