How to convert centimeters to feet
One centimeter equals 0.032808 feet. To convert, multiply the number of centimeters by 0.032808 (or divide by 30.48):
Mental-math shortcut: Divide centimeters by 30.48 to get feet. To split it into feet and inches, multiply the decimal part by 12 — 5.577 ft is 5 ft and 0.577 × 12 = 6.9 in.
Example
Convert 170 centimeters to feet: 170 cm × 0.032808 = 5.5774 ft. As a height, that is 5 ft 6.9 in.
Centimeters to Feet conversion chart
| Centimeters (cm) | Feet (ft) | Feet and inches |
|---|---|---|
| 150 | 4.9213 | 4 ft 11.1 in |
| 152 | 4.9869 | 4 ft 11.8 in |
| 155 | 5.0853 | 5 ft 1 in |
| 157 | 5.1509 | 5 ft 1.8 in |
| 160 | 5.2493 | 5 ft 3 in |
| 163 | 5.3478 | 5 ft 4.2 in |
| 165 | 5.4134 | 5 ft 5 in |
| 168 | 5.5118 | 5 ft 6.1 in |
| 170 | 5.5774 | 5 ft 6.9 in |
| 173 | 5.6759 | 5 ft 8.1 in |
| 175 | 5.7415 | 5 ft 8.9 in |
| 178 | 5.8399 | 5 ft 10.1 in |
| 180 | 5.9055 | 5 ft 10.9 in |
| 183 | 6.0039 | 6 ft 0 in |
| 185 | 6.0696 | 6 ft 0.8 in |
| 188 | 6.168 | 6 ft 2 in |
| 190 | 6.2336 | 6 ft 2.8 in |
| 193 | 6.332 | 6 ft 4 in |
| 195 | 6.3976 | 6 ft 4.8 in |
| 200 | 6.5617 | 6 ft 6.7 in |
What is a centimeter?
A centimeter (cm) is one hundredth of a meter, roughly the width of a fingernail. It is the everyday unit for height, body measurements and clothing sizes in most of the world. One centimeter is about 0.3937 inches, and exactly 2.54 centimeters make one inch.
What is a foot?
A foot (ft or ′) equals 12 inches, or exactly 0.3048 meters. In the US and UK it is commonly used for height (for example 5 ft 9 in), room dimensions, building plans and altitude. Three feet make one yard.
Converting the other way? Use the Feet to Centimeters converter.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet is one centimeter?
One centimeter is 0.032808 feet.
How do I convert centimeters to feet?
Multiply the value in centimeters by 0.032808. For example, 170 cm × 0.032808 = 5.5774 ft.
What is 180 cm in feet?
180 cm is 5.9055 feet, or 5 ft 10.9 in.
How do I convert feet to centimeters?
Multiply feet by 30.48 (or divide by 0.032808). You can also use our Feet to Centimeters converter.
How tall is 5 ft 7 in in cm?
5 ft 7 in is 170.18 cm. Use the feet to cm converter to convert other heights.
Conversions use the internationally agreed definitions of each unit (for example, 1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly) and are rounded for display. Volume converters use US customary units unless stated otherwise.
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