Convert Feet to Meters
Convert feet to meters online. Fast, accurate, and free unit converter.
How to Convert Feet to Meters
- Take the number of feet you want to convert.
- Multiply by 0.3048 (the exact conversion factor).
- The result is the measurement in meters.
Quick Reference
| Feet | Meters |
|---|---|
| 1 Feet | 0.3048 Meters |
| 3 Feet | 0.9144 Meters |
| 5 Feet | 1.524 Meters |
| 6 Feet | 1.8288 Meters |
| 10 Feet | 3.048 Meters |
| 50 Feet | 15.24 Meters |
Use Cases
- •Converting a person's height from feet and inches to meters for metric health records.
- •Expressing building heights, room dimensions, or ceiling heights in meters.
- •Converting athletic performance measurements (jumps, throws) from feet to meters for international competitions.
Formula
To convert feet to meters, multiply the number of feet by 0.3048.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many meters is 1 foot?
1 foot = 0.3048 meters.
How to convert 6 feet to meters?
6 × 0.3048 = 1.8288 meters.
How many meters is 100 feet?
100 × 0.3048 = 30.48 meters.
What is 5 feet 10 inches in meters?
5 ft 10 in = 70 inches. 70 × 0.0254 = 1.778 meters.
How do I estimate feet to meters quickly?
Divide feet by 3.3 for a fast approximation. For 30 ft: 30 ÷ 3.3 ≈ 9.09 m (exact: 9.144 m).
How tall is a 10-story building in meters?
A typical story is about 10 feet (3.048 m), so a 10-story building is approximately 30.48 meters tall.