Convert Feet to Meters

Enter a value in feet to convert it to meters. The result updates instantly and includes the formula and calculation steps.

Feet to Meters calculator

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Feet to Meters formula

Use this formula to convert feet to meters:

Meters = Feet * 0.3048

Calculation

Enter a valid number above to see the formula with your value substituted step by step.

Feet to Meters Conversion Table

Reference values for converting Feet to Meters.

Feet (ft)Meters (m)
0 ft0 m
1 ft0.3048 m
2 ft0.6096 m
5 ft1.524 m
10 ft3.048 m
20 ft6.096 m
50 ft15.24 m
100 ft30.48 m

Worked example

Convert 60 Feet to Meters

Meters = 60 × 0.3048 = 18.288 Meters

About these units

Feet

A foot (symbol: ft) is a unit of length used in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. One foot is equal to 0.3048 meters.

The foot originated from various units used in ancient civilizations. Its current definition is based on the international agreement of 1959, which standardized it to exactly 0.3048 meters.

Feet are commonly used to measure height, length, and short distances. Despite the global shift to the metric system, the foot remains in use in these countries.

Meters

A meter (m) is a unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). One meter is equivalent to approximately 3.2808 feet.

The meter is defined by the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 seconds.

Meters are used worldwide to measure length and distance in various fields, including science, engineering, and everyday life. Most countries have adopted the meter as the standard unit of measurement for length.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between feet and meters?
Feet and meters are units of length in the imperial and metric systems, respectively. One foot is equal to 0.3048 meters.
What is the SI unit of length?
The SI unit of length is the meter.
Are feet shorter than meters?
Yes, feet are shorter than meters. One foot equals 0.3048 meters.