Unit Converter
Feet to Meters Converter
Convert feet to meters instantly. 1 ft = 0.3048 m. Free, accurate, client-side tool for quick length conversions.
Meters
0.3048 m
1 ft = 0.3048 m
Feet to Meters formula
m = ft × 0.3048The foot and meter measure distance, with the meter being the modern international standard. One foot equals 0.3048 meters by definition—this fixed conversion comes from the imperial-metric agreement. Use this precise ratio whenever you need to switch between the two systems.
Feet to Meters conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m |
| 2 ft | 0.6096 m |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m |
| 5 ft | 1.524 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
| 25 ft | 7.62 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m |
| 500 ft | 152.4 m |
| 1000 ft | 304.8 m |
When you need to convert feet to meters
- Converting room dimensions or ceiling heights when shopping for international furniture or evaluating rental properties.
- Calculating height in meters for medical records, international sports profiles, or visa applications.
- Converting building material lengths when importing from countries using metric measurements.
- Determining running or hiking distances logged in feet into meters for fitness apps and global race records.
- Translating architectural blueprints and construction drawings between imperial and metric standards.
Frequently asked questions
Why is 1 foot exactly 0.3048 meters?
The foot was officially defined as 0.3048 meters in 1959 by international agreement. This fixed conversion allows seamless interchange between imperial and metric systems in science, trade, and engineering.
How many feet are in one meter?
One meter equals approximately 3.28084 feet. Since 1 ft = 0.3048 m, dividing 1 by 0.3048 gives you the reverse conversion for quick mental math.
Is this converter accurate for tall building measurements?
Yes. This tool uses the official 0.3048 conversion factor and works identically for any distance—whether you're measuring a person's height or a skyscraper. No rounding errors are introduced by the calculation.