How to Convert Feet to Meters
Use this formula:
meters = feet ÷ 3.28084
One foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters. Dividing the length in feet by 3.28084 (or multiplying by 0.3048) gives you the length in meters.
Worked example: 10 feet to meters
10 ÷ 3.28084 = 3.05 meters. So 10 ft is about 3.05 m.
More examples
5 ft = 1.52 m. 20 ft = 6.10 m. 100 ft = 30.48 m.
To go from meters to feet, multiply by 3.28084—or use our meters to feet converter.
Feet to Meters Conversion Table
Reference table from 1 foot to 20 feet in meters (2 decimal places).
| feet | meters |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.30 |
| 2 | 0.61 |
| 3 | 0.91 |
| 4 | 1.22 |
| 5 | 1.52 |
| 6 | 1.83 |
| 7 | 2.13 |
| 8 | 2.44 |
| 9 | 2.74 |
| 10 | 3.05 |
| 11 | 3.35 |
| 12 | 3.66 |
| 13 | 3.96 |
| 14 | 4.27 |
| 15 | 4.57 |
| 16 | 4.88 |
| 17 | 5.18 |
| 18 | 5.49 |
| 19 | 5.79 |
| 20 | 6.10 |
For values outside this range, use the formula meters = feet ÷ 3.28084 or the calculator above.
When Is Feet to Meters Conversion Used?
Converting from feet to meters is common when length is in imperial and you need metric:
- International forms and travel: Many countries use metric. Converting height or room size from feet to meters meets visa, rental, or medical form requirements.
- Science and education: Metric is the standard in science. Converting feet to meters helps when working with international data or textbooks.
- Real estate abroad: Property listings in metric countries give dimensions in meters. If you know a space in feet, convert to compare.
- Sports and fitness: International competition and records often use meters. Converting from feet helps when reporting or comparing.
- Shipping and logistics: Freight and customs may use metric. Converting dimensions from feet to meters avoids errors.
About Feet
The foot is an imperial and US customary unit of length. It is still standard for height and room dimensions in the US and used in the UK. One foot = exactly 0.3048 m. When your measurement is in feet, converting to meters gives you the metric equivalent. For other length tools, see feet to cm, cm to feet, meters to feet, meters to inches, and inches to meters.
About Meters
The meter is the base unit of length in the metric system (SI). It is used worldwide for science, construction, and everyday measurement. Converting feet to meters is useful whenever metric units are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many meters are in 1 foot?
- 1 foot equals approximately 0.305 meters (exactly 0.3048 m). Divide feet by 3.28084 to get meters.
- What is 10 feet in meters?
- 10 feet equal 3.05 meters (10 ÷ 3.28084). Common for room length or ceiling height in metric.
- Why convert feet to meters?
- Feet to meters conversion is used when you have imperial measurements (US/UK) and need metric for international forms, science, or countries that use the metric system.
- How do I convert feet to meters manually?
- Divide the length in feet by 3.28084 (or multiply by 0.3048). Example: 6 ft ÷ 3.28084 ≈ 1.83 m.
- What is 5 feet in meters?
- 5 feet equal 1.52 meters (5 ÷ 3.28084). Often used for height or short distances in metric.
- How do I convert meters back to feet?
- Multiply meters by 3.28084. Example: 2 m × 3.28084 = 6.56 ft. Or use our meters to feet converter.