How to convert feet to meters
One foot equals 0.3048 meters. To convert, multiply the number of feet by 0.3048 (or divide by 3.28084):
Mental-math shortcut: Multiply feet by 0.3 for a rough estimate: 100 ft ≈ 30 m (exact: 30.48 m).
Example
Convert 100 feet to meters: 100 ft × 0.3048 = 30.48 m.
Feet to Meters conversion chart
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3048 |
| 2 | 0.6096 |
| 3 | 0.9144 |
| 5 | 1.524 |
| 6 | 1.8288 |
| 8 | 2.4384 |
| 10 | 3.048 |
| 20 | 6.096 |
| 50 | 15.24 |
| 100 | 30.48 |
| 500 | 152.4 |
| 1,000 | 304.8 |
| 5,280 | 1,609.34 |
| 10,000 | 3,048 |
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.
What is a meter?
The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Since 1983 it has been defined by the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second. A meter is a little longer than a yard — about 3.28 feet.
Converting the other way? Use the Meters to Feet converter.
Frequently asked questions
How many meters is one foot?
One foot is 0.3048 meters.
How do I convert feet to meters?
Multiply the value in feet by 0.3048. For example, 100 ft × 0.3048 = 30.48 m.
What is 6 ft in meters?
6 ft is 1.8288 meters.
How do I convert meters to feet?
Multiply meters by 3.28084 (or divide by 0.3048). You can also use our Meters to Feet converter.
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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