Convert Meters to Feet

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

Meters to Feet calculator

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Meters to Feet formula

Use this formula to convert meters to feet:

Feet = Meters / 0.3048

Calculation

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

Meters to Feet Conversion Table

Reference values for converting Meters to Feet.

Meters (m)Feet (ft)
0 m0 ft
1 m3.2808 ft
2 m6.5617 ft
5 m16.4042 ft
10 m32.8084 ft
20 m65.6168 ft
50 m164.042 ft
100 m328.084 ft

Worked example

Convert 50 Meters to Feet

Feet = 50 / 0.3048 = 164.042 Feet

About these units

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between meters and feet?
Meters and feet are units of length, but belong to different systems. Meters are part of the metric system, while feet are used in the imperial system. A meter is longer than a foot, with 1 meter equaling approximately 3.28084 feet. Meters are used worldwide in science, while feet are common in the US and UK.