Feet to Meters Converter
Use this free feet to meters converter to get an exact answer as you type. 1 foot equals 0.3048 meters, so the conversion is simple – the calculator also accepts fractions such as 5 3/8 and shows the result as a fraction of an inch when it helps.
How to convert feet to meters
- Type the length in feet into the Value box. Fractions like 3/8 and mixed numbers like 5 3/8 are accepted.
- Check that “From” shows feet and “To” shows meters. Use the swap button to reverse the direction.
- Read the exact answer instantly. Choose how many decimals you need, and copy the result with one tap.
The feet to meters formula
To convert feet to meters, multiply the number of ft by 0.3048. In short: m = ft × 0.3048. Example: 6 ft = 1.8288 m.
Feet to meters conversion table
Look up the most common values below. For any other number, use the calculator above.
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.1524 |
| 1 | 0.3048 |
| 1.5 | 0.4572 |
| 2 | 0.6096 |
| 2.5 | 0.762 |
| 3 | 0.9144 |
| 3.5 | 1.0668 |
| 4 | 1.2192 |
| 4.5 | 1.3716 |
| 5 | 1.524 |
| 5.5 | 1.6764 |
| 6 | 1.8288 |
| 6.5 | 1.9812 |
| 7 | 2.1336 |
| 7.5 | 2.286 |
| 8 | 2.4384 |
| 9 | 2.7432 |
| 10 | 3.048 |
| 11 | 3.3528 |
| 12 | 3.6576 |
| 15 | 4.572 |
| 20 | 6.096 |
| 25 | 7.62 |
| 30 | 9.144 |
| 40 | 12.192 |
| 50 | 15.24 |
| 100 | 30.48 |
About these units
The foot (ft or ′) is exactly 12 inches, or 30.48 centimeters. It is common for height, room dimensions and altitude in the US, UK and Canada.
The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the metric system, equal to 100 centimeters or about 3.28 feet.
Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in 1 ft?
1 ft = 0.3048 m. This factor is exact by definition.
How do I convert feet to meters?
Multiply the value in ft by 0.3048. For example, 6 ft = 1.8288 m.
How many meters is 10 ft?
10 ft = 3.048 m.
Is this feet to meters converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact international definitions (1 inch = 2.54 cm, 1 foot = 30.48 cm). Numbers are rounded only for display, and you can show up to 8 decimals.