How many meters is 1 foot?

1 foot equals 0.3048 meters exactly. This is an exact defined conversion, not an approximation.

How do I convert feet and inches to meters?

First convert inches to feet by dividing by 12, add the feet, then multiply the total by 0.3048. For example, 5 feet 10 inches = 5.833 ft × 0.3048 = 1.778 meters.

How tall is 6 feet in meters?

6 feet = 1.8288 meters, commonly rounded to 1.83 meters.

How do I convert meters to feet?

Divide the meter value by 0.3048, or multiply by 3.28084. For example, 1.75 meters × 3.28084 = 5.741 feet (approximately 5 feet 8.9 inches).

Why does the US use feet instead of meters?

The United States uses the US customary system, which evolved from British imperial units. The metric system (using meters) is the international standard used by the rest of the world.

Feet to Meters Converter (ft to m)

Convert feet to meters and meters to feet instantly, or switch to feet-and-inches mode for heights. 1 foot = 0.3048 meters exactly.

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Common heights

Common Heights (feet & inches to meters)

ft & in	meters
5'0"	1.524
5'4"	1.626
5'6"	1.676
5'8"	1.727
5'10"	1.778
6'0"	1.829
6'2"	1.880
6'4"	1.930

Frequently Asked Questions

How many meters is 1 foot?: 1 foot equals 0.3048 meters exactly. This is an exact defined conversion, not an approximation.
How do I convert feet and inches to meters?: First convert inches to feet by dividing by 12, add the feet, then multiply the total by 0.3048. For example, 5 feet 10 inches = 5.833 ft × 0.3048 = 1.778 meters.
How tall is 6 feet in meters?: 6 feet = 1.8288 meters, commonly rounded to 1.83 meters.
How do I convert meters to feet?: Divide the meter value by 0.3048, or multiply by 3.28084. For example, 1.75 meters × 3.28084 = 5.741 feet (approximately 5 feet 8.9 inches).
Why does the US use feet instead of meters?: The United States uses the US customary system, which evolved from British imperial units. The metric system (using meters) is the international standard used by the rest of the world.