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1 foot = 0.3048 meters (exact)Construction • 1-30
Range: 1-30 ft • 1 ft = 0.3048 m
| Feet (ft) | Feet & Inches | Meters (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1' 0" | 0.305 |
| 2 | 2' 0" | 0.61 |
| 3 | 3' 0" | 0.914 |
| 4 | 4' 0" | 1.219 |
| 5 | 5' 0" | 1.524 |
| 6 | 6' 0" | 1.829 |
| 7 | 7' 0" | 2.134 |
| 8 | 8' 0" | 2.438 |
| 9 | 9' 0" | 2.743 |
| 10 | 10' 0" | 3.048 |
| 11 | 11' 0" | 3.353 |
| 12 | 12' 0" | 3.658 |
| 13 | 13' 0" | 3.962 |
| 14 | 14' 0" | 4.267 |
| 15 | 15' 0" | 4.572 |
| 16 | 16' 0" | 4.877 |
| 17 | 17' 0" | 5.182 |
| 18 | 18' 0" | 5.486 |
| 19 | 19' 0" | 5.791 |
| 20 | 20' 0" | 6.096 |
| 21 | 21' 0" | 6.401 |
| 22 | 22' 0" | 6.706 |
| 23 | 23' 0" | 7.01 |
| 24 | 24' 0" | 7.315 |
| 25 | 25' 0" | 7.62 |
| 26 | 26' 0" | 7.925 |
| 27 | 27' 0" | 8.23 |
| 28 | 28' 0" | 8.534 |
| 29 | 29' 0" | 8.839 |
| 30 | 30' 0" | 9.144 |
Formula: meters = feet × 0.3048
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Feet to Meters
Example Calculation:
Problem: Convert 50 feet to meters
Step 1: 50 × 0.3048
Step 2: = 15.24
Answer: 15.24 meters (or 15.240 m for precision)
Meters to Feet
Reverse Example:
Problem: Convert 100 meters to feet
Step 1: 100 × 3.28084
Step 2: = 328.084
Answer: 328.084 feet (approximately 328 ft)
The conversion factor 0.3048 comes from the international yard and pound agreement of 1959, which standardized the foot across English-speaking countries.
Today, 1 foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters. This means:
💡 Memory Trick: Remember 0.3048 (feet to meters) or the simpler approximation: 3 feet ≈ 1 meter for quick mental estimates!
For rough estimates, divide feet by 3 to get meters
Better accuracy: multiply feet by 0.3
Person 5'10" → Think "5 feet + 2/3 foot"
Multiply meters by 3.3 for feet
How feet-to-meters conversion is used across different industries
Essential for international construction projects where American blueprints (in feet) need conversion to metric specifications used worldwide.
💡 Example: 20-foot ceiling = 6.096 meters
Critical for understanding international sports standards where track and field uses meters, but many American sports still reference feet.
💡 Example: 100m sprint ≈ 328 feet
Helpful for international travelers understanding height, room sizes, and distances when moving between countries using different systems.
💡 Example: 5'10" person ≈ 1.78 meters
💡 Quick Height Guide
• Under 1.60m = Under 5'3"
• 1.60-1.75m = 5'3" to 5'9"
• 1.75-1.90m = 5'9" to 6'3"
• Over 1.90m = Over 6'3"
Professional advice for accurate conversions
Use Exact (0.3048):
Use Approximate (÷3):
Professional Work:
Everyday Use:
❌ Don't confuse:
✅ Always:
Metric System Countries: Most of the world uses meters for all official measurements (construction, legal, signage).
Imperial System Countries: Primarily USA, with some use in UK and former British territories.
💡 Pro Tip:
When working internationally, always confirm which system your client/partner expects. Include both units in documentation when possible.
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1 foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters. This is the international standard definition established in 1959. To convert any number of feet to meters, multiply by 0.3048. For example: 10 feet × 0.3048 = 3.048 meters.
For quick mental math, divide feet by 3 to get an approximate answer in meters. For example: 30 feet ÷ 3 = 10 meters (actual: 9.144m). This gives you a rough estimate that's close enough for everyday situations. For more accuracy, multiply feet by 0.3 instead of dividing by 3.
The factor 0.3048 comes from the historical definition of the foot and the international yard and pound agreement of 1959. Originally, different countries had slightly different definitions of the foot. The agreement standardized 1 yard = 0.9144 meters exactly, which means 1 foot (1/3 yard) = 0.3048 meters exactly.
First, convert the total measurement to feet (divide inches by 12, then add to feet), then multiply by 0.3048. Example: 5 feet 9 inches → 5 + (9÷12) = 5.75 feet → 5.75 × 0.3048 = 1.753 meters. Or use our height converter tool above for instant results!
Not exactly, but it's very close! 3 feet = 0.9144 meters, which is about 9% less than 1 meter. However, this approximation (3 ft ≈ 1 m) is useful for quick estimates. For precision work, always use the exact conversion: 1 foot = 0.3048 meters.
It depends on your application: For construction/engineering, use 3-4 decimal places (e.g., 3.048m). For everyday measurements, 2 decimal places is fine (e.g., 3.05m). For rough estimates, round to the nearest tenth (e.g., 3.0m). Our chart lets you customize precision based on your needs.
No. The 'foot' as a unit of measurement is standardized internationally. Whether you're measuring building height, sports fields, or personal height, 1 foot always equals 0.3048 meters. However, historical measurements (like ancient Egyptian or Roman feet) had different lengths.
Most online converters (including ours) use the exact conversion factor of 0.3048, so they're highly accurate. The only variation comes from rounding. Make sure to check how many decimal places the converter shows - more decimals = more precision. Our tool lets you choose 2, 3, or 4 decimal precision.
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