Convert Feet to Meters
Feet (ft) to Meters (m) — the formula, a worked example and a live converter, all in your browser.
Feet to Meters formula
To convert a measurement, multiply it by the fixed factor below:
m = ft × 0.3048
Worked example
1 ft = 1 × 0.3048 = 0.3048 m.
Feet to Meters conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3048 |
| 5 | 1.524 |
| 10 | 3.048 |
| 25 | 7.62 |
| 50 | 15.24 |
| 100 | 30.48 |
Common uses
Useful for converting US property dimensions, ceiling heights and hiking elevations into metres.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert feet to meters?
Multiply the number of feet by 0.3048 to get meters (m = ft × 0.3048).
How many meters are in a feet?
One feet equals 0.3048 meters.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact internationally-defined conversion factors and runs entirely in your browser, so results match standards tables and nothing you type is uploaded.