Free Feet to Meters Converter
Convert feet to meters for heights of people and buildings, room heights, and when you need to translate US or UK measurements into the metric system.
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Quick answer
To convert feet to meters, multiply by 0.3048 (the exact conversion factor). For example, 6 feet equals 1.8288 meters.
Formula & method
meters = feet × 0.3048
- ft — value in feet
- m — result in meters
- 0.3048 — exact conversion factor (1 ft = 0.3048 m)
To convert back, divide by 0.3048 (1 m = 3.28084 ft).
Feet to Meters — common values
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m |
| 2 ft | 0.6096 m |
| 5 ft | 1.524 m |
| 6 ft | 1.8288 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m |
Examples
- Input
- 5.5 ft
- Result
- 1.6764 m
- Why
- A typical adult male is around 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft tall.
- Input
- 8 ft
- Result
- 2.4384 m
- Why
- Most residential buildings have 8-foot ceilings for living spaces.
- Input
- 20 ft
- Result
- 6.096 m
- Why
- A typical two-story house is approximately 20 feet from ground to roof.
- Input
- 100 ft
- Result
- 30.48 m
- Why
- Used for measuring lengthy structures or large outdoor areas.
Common mistakes
- Rounding too early. Multiply by the full factor (0.3048) first, then round only the final meters value.
- Converting the wrong way. This page goes Feet → Meters; to go back, divide by 0.3048.
Frequently asked questions
What is the exact conversion factor from feet to meters?
The exact factor is 0.3048—this is the internationally defined standard foot, adopted by the US, UK, and most English-speaking countries in 1959.
How many feet are in a meter?
One meter is approximately 3.28084 feet, so a meter is slightly longer than three feet.
Why do I need to convert feet to meters?
Most countries use the metric system. If you're traveling abroad, reading technical specs, or working in science and engineering, you'll encounter meters rather than feet.
How tall is 6 feet in meters?
6 feet = 1.8288 meters (often rounded to 1.83 m in everyday contexts).
How should I round the result?
For heights and building dimensions, rounding to two decimal places (e.g., 1.83 m) is typical. For engineering, four decimal places (1.8288 m) ensures greater precision.
Is the foot always 0.3048 meters?
Yes—since 1959, the foot has been defined exactly as 0.3048 meters worldwide. This international standard makes conversions precise.
Sources & references
- NIST Special Publication 330 – The International System of Units (SI)
- BIPM – The International Bureau of Weights and Measures
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