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Meters to Feet Conversion Information
Converting meters (m) to feet (ft) is a common length conversion when switching from the metric system to the imperial system. The meter is the standard unit of length in the International System of Units (SI), while the foot is mainly used in the United States and some other countries.
How to Convert Meters to Feet
To convert meters to feet, use the following formula:
ft = m / 0.3048
Alternatively, you can use this approximation for quick calculations:
ft ≈ m × 3.28084
Meters to Feet Conversion Table
| Meters (m) | Feet (ft) | Common Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 0.3048 m | 1 ft | Standard ruler length |
| 1 m | 3.2808 ft | Door width |
| 1.5 m | 4.9213 ft | Kitchen counter height |
| 1.8 m | 5.9055 ft | Average human height |
| 2 m | 6.5617 ft | Standard door height |
| 5 m | 16.4042 ft | Height of a telephone pole |
| 10 m | 32.8084 ft | Height of a 3-story building |
| 100 m | 328.084 ft | Length of a soccer field |
Common Meter to Feet Conversions
- 1 m = 3.28084 ft
- 10 m = 32.8084 ft
- 100 m = 328.084 ft
- 1000 m = 3280.84 ft
About Meters
The meter (or metre) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as the distance traveled by light in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second. The abbreviation for meter is "m".
About Feet
The foot (plural: feet) is an imperial and US customary unit of length. It is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters. The abbreviation for foot is "ft". One foot contains 12 inches, and three feet make one yard.
For height measurements in the US, a person's height is typically expressed in feet and inches (e.g., 5 feet 10 inches), while in most other countries, it's expressed in centimeters or meters (e.g., 178 cm or 1.78 m).