How do you convert meters to feet and inches?

First multiply meters by 3.28084 to get decimal feet. Take the decimal remainder and multiply by 12 to get inches. For example, 1.8 m = 5.9055 ft = 5 feet 10.86 inches.

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Meters to Feet Conversion Calculator

The meter (m) is the fundamental SI base unit of length. The foot (ft) is commonly used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for height and elevation.

Converted Result

3.28084 ft

1 m = 3.28084 ft

Equivalent Values in Other Units

Kilometer

0.001 km

Centimeter

100 cm

Millimeter

1,000 mm

Mile

0.0006 mi

Yard

1.0936 yd

Inch

39.3701 in

Nautical Mile

0.0005 NM

Reverse Conversion Available

Feet to Meters Converter (ft to m)

Convert ft to m

Formula & Calculation Method

To convert meters to feet, multiply the meter value by 3.280839895 (or divide by 0.3048).

Conversion Formula

Feet = Meters / 0.3048

Step-by-Step Worked Example

To convert 5 meters to feet: 5 / 0.3048 = 16.4042 ft.

Meter to Foot Conversion Table

Quick reference values for common meter measurements.

1 m = 3.28084 ft

Meter (m)	Foot (ft)
1 m	3.28084 ft
2 m	6.56168 ft
3 m	9.84252 ft
4 m	13.12336 ft
5 m	16.404199 ft
6 m	19.685039 ft
7 m	22.965879 ft
8 m	26.246719 ft
9 m	29.527559 ft
10 m	32.808399 ft
15 m	49.212598 ft
20 m	65.616798 ft
25 m	82.020997 ft
50 m	164.041995 ft
100 m	328.08399 ft

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 meter equals approximately 3.28084 feet (or 3 feet and 3.37 inches).