Convert Foot to Decimeter
Type the number of feet that you wish to convert to decimeters.
How to Convert Feet to Decimeters
The foot and decimeter are both units of length. 1 foot equals 3.048 decimeters. This means to convert feet to decimeters, you multiply by 3.048.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ft to decimeters:
We need to convert feet to decimeters
Since 1 ft = 3.048 dm, multiply by 3.048
5 × 3.048 = 15.24
5 ft = 15.24 dm
Foot to Decimeter Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common foot to decimeter conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Feet (ft) | Decimeters (dm) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 3.048 dm |
| 2 ft | 6.096 dm |
| 5 ft | 15.24 dm |
| 10 ft | 30.48 dm |
| 15 ft | 45.72 dm |
| 20 ft | 60.96 dm |
| 25 ft | 76.2 dm |
| 50 ft | 152.4 dm |
| 100 ft | 304.8 dm |
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.
Decimeter (dm)
A decimeter (dm) is a metric unit of length equal to 1/10 of a meter, 10 centimeters, or approximately 3.94 inches. Decimeters are commonly used in Europe for measuring furniture dimensions, fabric lengths, and in educational contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert feet to decimeters?
To convert feet to decimeters, multiply the value by 3.048. For example, 10 ft = 30.48 dm.
How many decimeters are in 1 foot?
1 foot equals 3.048 decimeters.
What is the formula for feet to decimeters?
The formula is: dm = ft × 3.048.