Feet to Meters
Convert feet to meters quickly. Free online ft to m converter for height, construction, and scientific use.
The Feet to Meters converter transforms imperial length measurements into the metric standard used worldwide. This tool is crucial for international construction projects, scientific work, and athletic measurements where meters are required. Whether converting building specifications, height measurements, or distance data, our converter provides precise meter equivalents from any foot value instantly.
Converter
Formula: m = ft ÷ 3.28084
Common use cases
- Converting architectural plans to metric
- Scientific research and data reporting
- International manufacturing specifications
- Athletic track and field measurements
- Height conversions for medical records
How to use
- Input the measurement in feet
- See the meter equivalent immediately
- Include decimal feet for precision
- Copy results for documentation
- Reset for additional conversions
FAQ
How many meters are in a foot?
One foot equals approximately 0.3048 meters (exactly by definition).
How do I convert feet and inches to meters?
Convert inches to decimal feet (inches ÷ 12), add to feet, then multiply by 0.3048. For 5'9", that's 5.75 × 0.3048 = 1.75 m.
Is 0.3048 exact?
Yes, the international foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters.
What's a quick estimate method?
Divide feet by 3.3 for a rough meter estimate. For 10 feet, that's about 3 meters.