Feet to Meters Converter
Convert feet (ft) to meters (m) instantly using the exact conversion factor. Useful for height, room dimensions, construction measurements, travel, sports and everyday length conversions.
Convert Feet to Meters
Enter a length in feet. ToolZippy multiplies it by 0.3048 to calculate the equivalent measurement in meters.
Enter a measurement in feet to see the equivalent length in meters.
How to Use the Feet to Meters Converter
The ToolZippy Feet to Meters Converter gives you a quick way to change a measurement from feet into meters using the exact international-foot conversion factor.
Enter the Number of Feet
Type your measurement into the Length in Feet field. You can enter whole numbers such as 10 or decimal measurements such as 5.5.
Convert the Measurement
Select Convert to Meters. The calculator multiplies the number of feet by 0.3048.
Read the Meter Result
The equivalent measurement appears in meters. You can then change the input and calculate another conversion immediately.
Feet to Meters Formula
The international foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters. Therefore, converting feet to meters is a direct multiplication.
Example: Convert 10 Feet to Meters
Multiply 10 feet by 0.3048:
Example: Convert 6 Feet to Meters
Feet to Meters Conversion Chart
Use this quick reference table for several common feet-to-meters conversions.
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m |
| 2 ft | 0.6096 m |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m |
| 5 ft | 1.524 m |
| 6 ft | 1.8288 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m |
| 1,000 ft | 304.8 m |
What Are Feet and Meters?
Foot
The foot, abbreviated ft, is a unit of length used in the imperial and U.S. customary measurement systems. One foot contains 12 inches.
Meter
The meter, abbreviated m, is the SI base unit of length. It is widely used internationally for measurements such as height, distance, room dimensions and construction dimensions.
Converting Height from Feet to Meters
Feet-to-meters conversion is often used when comparing heights between measurement systems. If the height is already expressed as a decimal number of feet, multiply directly by 0.3048.
For example:
If a height is written in feet and inches, first convert the inches into a fraction of a foot or convert the complete measurement to inches before changing it to meters.
Important: A height written as 5 ft 10 in is not the same as 5.10 feet. Feet-and-inches notation should be converted properly before using a decimal-feet calculator.
When Is Feet to Meters Conversion Useful?
Feet and meters are both common length units, so conversion between them is useful in many situations.
- Building and construction dimensions.
- Room height, width and length measurements.
- Travel and international measurement comparisons.
- Sports field and facility dimensions.
- Human height conversions.
- Architectural drawings and specifications.
- School and mathematics exercises.
- Equipment dimensions and product specifications.
To reverse the calculation, use the Meters to Feet Converter.
Exact Conversion and Rounding
The relationship 1 foot = 0.3048 meters is exact for the international foot. This means the conversion factor itself does not need to be estimated.
However, your final displayed answer may be rounded depending on how many decimal places you need.
For example:
For everyday measurements, a few decimal places are usually sufficient. For engineering, surveying, construction or other controlled work, use the precision required by the applicable drawings, specifications, procedures or standards.
Why Use ToolZippy’s Feet to Meters Converter?
This converter focuses specifically on converting feet to meters and uses the exact 0.3048 conversion factor. Along with the calculator, the page provides worked examples, a reference chart and explanations of the two units.
The conversion is designed to run directly in your browser. No account or software installation is required.
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Feet to Meters FAQs
How do I convert feet to meters?
Multiply the number of feet by 0.3048. For example, 10 feet multiplied by 0.3048 equals 3.048 meters.
How many meters are in one foot?
One international foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters.
How many meters is 6 feet?
6 feet equals 1.8288 meters.
How many meters is 10 feet?
10 feet equals 3.048 meters.
How many meters is 100 feet?
100 feet equals 30.48 meters.
Is 1 foot exactly 0.3048 meters?
Yes. The international foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters.
Can I enter decimal feet?
Yes. The converter accepts decimal values such as 5.5 feet as well as whole numbers.
Is this feet to meters converter free?
Yes. The ToolZippy Feet to Meters Converter is free to use and does not require an account.