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Feet to Meters

Instantly convert feet to meters or meters to feet. Includes a full reference table for heights, building measurements, and athletics. Free, bidirectional, and precise.

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Meters (m) (m)

Mathematical RuleCurrent factor: 1 ft = 0.3048 m

Tip: 6 feet = 1.83 m — the most searched height conversion globally.

Conversion Result

4 Decimal Precision

Result

0.3048m

Equivalence: 1 feet (ft)

Conversion Factor

1 foot0.3048 m

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How It Works

This converter uses the exact internationally defined ratio: 1 foot = 0.3048 meters. Type any value in feet and meters update instantly — or type meters to get feet back. Bidirectional with no mode switching needed.

m = ft × 0.3048 | ft = m ÷ 0.3048

Feet to Meters Reference Table

Common heights and distances converted — human height, buildings, and athletics.

1 ft

0.305 m

2 ft

0.61 m

3 ft

0.914 m

4 ft

1.219 m

5 ft

1.524 m

6 ft

1.829 m

10 ft

3.048 m

20 ft

6.096 m

50 ft

15.24 m

100 ft

30.48 m

328 ft

100 m

5280 ft

1609.3 m

Where Feet to Meters Conversions Come Up

Human HeightHeight is expressed in feet and inches in the US but in meters or cm everywhere else. 5'10" = 1.778 m — convert once and use everywhere.

Architecture & ConstructionCeiling heights (8 ft = 2.44 m), door frames (6.8 ft = 2.07 m), and floor plans alternate between metric and imperial depending on the country.

Athletics & SportsHigh jump and pole vault records are given in meters. Swimming pools are 50 m = 164 ft. Track 400 m = 1312.3 ft.

Aviation & AltitudeAltitude in aviation is measured in feet (flight level 350 = 35,000 ft = 10,668 m). Converting is essential for metric-system pilots and passengers.

Accuracy & Related Tools

1 foot = 0.3048 m exactly — no approximation. Results are shown to 4 decimal places. For full height conversions in feet and inches, also use our Inches to Cm converter. Explore all length tools at the Length Converter Hub.

Conversion Result

4 Decimal Precision

Result

0.3048m

Equivalence: 1 feet (ft)

Conversion Factor

1 foot0.3048 m

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Private

How it Works

Our tools generate unique, high-quality results instantly in your browser without tracking or saving your data.

Common Questions

How many meters is 5 feet?

5 feet = 1.524 meters. Multiply feet by 0.3048 to convert. Our tool shows this instantly when you type 5 in the feet field.

How many meters is 6 feet?

6 feet = 1.8288 meters. This is a common height reference — people described as '6 foot tall' are 1.83 m in metric countries.

How many feet is 1 meter?

1 meter = 3.2808 feet. Enter 1 in the Meters field to see this instantly. This is the most common reverse conversion for metric-country users.

How many feet is 100 meters?

100 meters = 328.08 feet. The 100m sprint distance equals about 109 yards or roughly the length of an American football field.

Is this feet to meters converter bidirectional?

Yes. Type in either the feet or the meters field and the other updates instantly. No button press or page reload needed.

How many feet is 1.8 meters?

1.8 meters = 5.906 feet, which is approximately 5 feet 11 inches. This is a very common height lookup.

Is my data stored when I use this tool?

No. Everything runs in your browser. We do not store, log, or transmit any values you enter.

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