How to convert feet to meters
Feet and Meters both measure length, so converting is a single multiplication. One ft equals 0.3048 m, so you multiply your feet value by 0.3048.
Formula: meters = feet × 0.3048. For example, 10 ft = 3.048 m.
Feet to Meters conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3048 |
| 2 | 0.6096 |
| 5 | 1.524 |
| 10 | 3.048 |
| 25 | 7.62 |
| 50 | 15.24 |
| 100 | 30.48 |
| 1,000 | 304.8 |
Feet and Meters explained
Feet (ft): Twelve inches (0.3048 m), used for height and room dimensions in the US and UK.
Meters (m): The SI base unit of length, defined by the distance light travels in a fraction of a second.
When you'd convert feet to meters
You'll convert feet to meters whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing feet and meters figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 ft is exactly 0.3048 m, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in a feet?
One ft equals 0.3048 m. Multiply your feet figure by 0.3048 to get meters.
What is the formula to convert feet to meters?
meters = feet × 0.3048. The factor 0.3048 is exact.
What is 2 feet in meters?
2 ft = 0.6096 m. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Feet to Meters converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 ft = 0.3048 m) defined by BIPM — SI Brochure (definition of the metre), so results are exact to several decimal places.