Convert Feet to Meters
Convert feet and inches to metres exactly.
Feet to Meters Converter
Universal unit converter engine
What does Feet to Meters Converter do?
Convert feet to metres using the exact 0.3048 factor, with a combined feet-and-inches mode for heights and room dimensions. Centimetres are shown alongside metres.
How to Use Feet to Meters Converter
- 1Enter feetAnd inches if you have them.
- 2Read the metresWith centimetres shown too.
- 3Use the tableFor common values at a glance.
Key Features
- Exact conversion: 1 foot = 0.3048 m
- Feet-and-inches composite entry
- Centimetres shown alongside metres
- Reference table for common heights and dimensions
- Two-way conversion built in
Frequently Asked Questions
How many metres is 1 foot?
Exactly 0.3048 m, or 30.48 cm. The foot is defined as twelve inches of 25.4 mm each, so the factor is exact.
How many metres is 6 feet?
1.8288 m, or 182.88 cm. Six feet is a common height reference, which is why it comes up so often.
How do I convert a height like 5 ft 11 in?
Use the composite fields. 5 ft 11 in is 71 inches, which is 1.8034 m or 180.34 cm.
Is the survey foot different?
Yes, very slightly — the US survey foot was 0.3048006 m, differing by two parts per million. It was officially retired at the end of 2022, so the international foot of 0.3048 m is now the only definition.
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