Convert meters to feet

Type the number of meters that you wish to convert to feet.

1 m (meters) = 3.280839895 ft (feet)

How to Convert Meters to Feet

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

Formula

feet = meters × 3.280839895

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 m to feet:

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Convert 5 m to feet

We need to convert meters to feet

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Apply the formula

Since 1 m = 3.280839895 ft, multiply by 3.280839895

5 × 3.280839895 = 16.404199475

Answer

5 m = 16.404199475 ft

Meter to Foot Conversion Table

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

Meters (m) Feet (ft)
1 m 3.280839895 ft
2 m 6.56167979 ft
5 m 16.404199475 ft
10 m 32.80839895 ft
15 m 49.212598425 ft
20 m 65.6167979 ft
25 m 82.020997375 ft
50 m 164.04199475 ft
100 m 328.0839895 ft

About These Units

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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert meters to feet?

To convert meters to feet, multiply the value by 3.280839895. For example, 10 m = 32.80839895 ft.

How many feet are in 1 meter?

1 meter equals 3.280839895 feet.

What is the formula for meters to feet?

The formula is: ft = m × 3.280839895.