How to convert meters to feet
Multiply the number of meters by 3.28084 to get feet. To convert to feet and inches: take the whole number of feet, then multiply the decimal remainder by 12 to get inches. For example, 1.8 m = 5.9055 ft = 5 ft 10.87 in. The exact conversion factor is 1 meter = 3.280839895 feet (or exactly 1 m = 100/30.48 ft).
Common conversions
1 m = 3.281 ft | 1.5 m = 4.921 ft | 1.8 m = 5 ft 10.9 in (approx. 6 ft person) | 2 m = 6.562 ft | 5 m = 16.404 ft | 10 m = 32.808 ft | 100 m = 328.084 ft. 1 foot = 0.3048 m exactly (by international definition since 1959).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries use feet instead of meters?
The United States, Liberia, and Myanmar are the only countries that have not officially adopted the metric system. The UK uses a mix — official measurements are metric, but people still commonly use feet and inches for height and miles for road distances.
How do I convert feet back to meters?
Divide the number of feet by 3.28084, or multiply by 0.3048. For feet and inches, first convert everything to inches (feet × 12 + inches), then multiply by 0.0254 to get meters.