Feet to Meters Converter
Easily convert between feet and meters with this simple calculator. Enter a value in either field and get instant conversion results. Perfect for construction, travel, science, and everyday measurements.
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Quick Reference
- 1 foot = 0.3048 meters
- 1 meter = 3.28084 feet
- 5 feet = 1.524 meters
- 10 feet = 3.048 meters
About Feet to Meters Conversion
The foot (ft) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. It is based on the human foot and has been used throughout history in many different cultures. Today, it is primarily used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for everyday measurements.
The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It was originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole. Today, the meter is defined by the speed of light, making it an extremely precise measurement standard used worldwide in science, engineering, and commerce.
The Conversion Formula
The conversion factor between feet and meters is precisely defined. One foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters. This relationship was established by international agreement in 1959. To convert feet to meters, multiply the number of feet by 0.3048. To convert meters to feet, divide the number of meters by 0.3048 (or multiply by 3.28084).
meters = feet × 0.3048
feet = meters ÷ 0.3048
Common Uses
- Construction and architecture planning
- International travel and navigation
- Scientific research and experiments
- Sports field measurements
- Real estate and property dimensions
- Height measurements (personal and objects)