Common Converters

Convert Feet to Meters

Use our accurate converter to change feet into meters. This tool is simple to use and works instantly.

How to Calculate

To change feet to meters, you just need to know the conversion factor.

Rule: 1 Feet = 0.3048 Meters

Feet to Meters
Pre-defined calculator for direct feet to meters conversion.
Feet (ft)
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Meters (m)
Formula: 1 Feet = 0.3048 Meters

Unit Information

About Feet

Definition: A foot is a unit equal to 12 inches.

History: In the past, the actual length of a human foot was used as a guide.

Where it is used: Used for measuring height, short distances, and in construction.

Feet to Meters Conversion Table

Feet [ft]Meters [m]
0.01 ft0.003048 m
0.1 ft0.03048 m
1 ft0.3048 m
2 ft0.6096 m
3 ft0.9144 m
5 ft1.524 m
10 ft3.048 m
20 ft6.096 m
50 ft15.24 m
100 ft30.48 m
1000 ft304.8 m

How to Convert Feet to Meters

Calculation: To convert feet to meters, multiply the value by the conversion factor (0.3048).

Example: convert 15 ft to m:
15 ft = 15 × 0.3048 m = 4.572 m

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