Accurate conversion tool from imperial feet to metric meters
Understanding Feet to Meters Conversion
The conversion from feet to meters is essential in engineering, construction, and science. While feet are used primarily in the United States, most of the world uses meters and the metric system for precision.
Definition of Units
Feet (ft) is an imperial unit of length. One foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters since the international agreement of 1959.
Meter (m) is the SI base unit of length. It is widely used in science, education, and daily life around the globe.
Conversion Formula
To convert feet to meters, multiply the value in feet by 0.3048:
meters = feet × 0.3048
Quick Conversion Table
| Feet | Meters | Example Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m | Door height segment |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m | Average toddler height |
| 6 ft | 1.8288 m | Average adult height |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m | Ceiling height |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m | Building height |
Tips & Use Cases
- Use 2–3 decimal places for technical accuracy
- In daily life, round to 1 decimal place (e.g., 6 ft ≈ 1.8 m)
- Use this conversion for architecture, sports measurements, and travel distances
Mental Estimate Tip
- 1 ft ≈ 0.3 m (underestimates slightly)
- 10 ft ≈ 3 m (very close)
