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Free Meters to Feet Converter

Convert meters to feet and back. Type in either box for an instant result, and use the table for common heights and distances.

1 m = 3.2808 ft

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Quick answer

To convert meters to feet, multiply the number of meters by 3.280839895. For example, 10 m = 32.81 ft. To convert feet back to meters, divide by 3.280839895, or multiply by 0.3048 (1 foot = 0.3048 m exactly).

Formula & method

feet = meters × 3.280839895
  • meters — length in metres
  • 3.280839895 — feet in one metre

Exact inverse: meters = feet × 0.3048 (1 ft = 0.3048 m, by definition).

Common meters to feet

Meters (m)Feet (ft)
1 m3.28 ft
2 m6.56 ft
5 m16.40 ft
10 m32.81 ft
50 m164.04 ft
100 m328.08 ft
1000 m3280.84 ft

Examples

Example 1: 1 metre
Input
1 m
Result
3.2808 ft
Why
1 × 3.280839895 = 3.280839895.
Example 2: A 1.80 m person
Input
1.8 m
Result
5.9055 ft (≈ 5 ft 11 in)
Why
1.8 × 3.280839895 = 5.9055; the 0.9055 ft is about 10.9 inches.
Example 3: 100 metres
Input
100 m
Result
328.08 ft
Why
100 × 3.280839895 = 328.0839895.

When to use this tool

  • Converting a height or room dimension between metric and imperial.
  • Reading a distance, depth, or altitude given in the other unit.
  • Following building or sports measurements written for a different region.

Common mistakes

  • Rounding the factor to 3.28 for precise work — the exact value is 3.280839895.
  • Reading the decimal part of feet as inches directly. 5.9 ft is not 5 ft 9 in; multiply the 0.9 by 12 to get inches.
  • Confusing metres with yards. One yard is 3 feet exactly, slightly less than a metre.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert meters to feet?

Multiply the number of metres by 3.280839895. For example, 5 m × 3.280839895 = 16.4 ft.

How many feet are in a meter?

Exactly 3.280839895 feet, because one foot is defined as 0.3048 metres.

How do I turn the result into feet and inches?

Take the whole number of feet, then multiply the leftover decimal by 12 to get inches. For example, 5.9055 ft is 5 feet and about 10.9 inches.

How do I convert feet back to meters?

Divide the feet by 3.280839895, or multiply by 0.3048. You can also just type a value into the feet box here.

Is a meter longer than a yard?

Yes, slightly. A metre is about 3.28 feet, while a yard is exactly 3 feet.

How tall is a typical person in meters and feet?

About 1.7 m for adults, which is approximately 5'7". Heights vary by gender and region, but 1.65–1.85 m (5'5"–6'1") covers most adults.

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