Conversion of 1 Feet to Meter
1 feet equals approximately 0.3048 meters. This shows how a single foot converts into meters based on the standard measurement system.
When converting 1 feet into meters, we use a fixed conversion factor, which is 0.3048. This means that one foot contains 0.3048 meters, an exact value used worldwide for measurement conversions involving length units.
Feet to Meter Conversion
Result in meter:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert feet into meters multiplies the number of feet by 0.3048. Since 1 foot equals 0.3048 meters, multiplying any feet value by this number gives the equivalent in meters. For example, 5 feet times 0.3048 equals 1.524 meters. This works because the conversion factor is based on international standards.
Conversion Example
- Convert 2 feet to meters:
- Multiply 2 by 0.3048
- Result: 2 x 0.3048 = 0.6096 meters
- Convert 4.5 feet to meters:
- Multiply 4.5 by 0.3048
- Result: 4.5 x 0.3048 = 1.3716 meters
- Convert 0.5 feet to meters:
- Multiply 0.5 by 0.3048
- Result: 0.5 x 0.3048 = 0.1524 meters
- Convert 10 feet to meters:
- Multiply 10 by 0.3048
- Result: 10 x 0.3048 = 3.048 meters
- Convert 1.25 feet to meters:
- Multiply 1.25 by 0.3048
- Result: 1.25 x 0.3048 = 0.381 meters
Conversion Chart
| Feet | Meters |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -7.3152 |
| -23.0 | -7.0104 |
| -22.0 | -6.7056 |
| -21.0 | -6.4008 |
| -20.0 | -6.096 |
| -19.0 | -5.7912 |
| -18.0 | -5.4864 |
| -17.0 | -5.1816 |
| -16.0 | -4.8768 |
| -15.0 | -4.572 |
| -14.0 | -4.2672 |
| -13.0 | -3.9624 |
| -12.0 | -3.6576 |
| -11.0 | -3.3528 |
| -10.0 | -3.048 |
| -9.0 | -2.7432 |
| -8.0 | -2.4384 |
| -7.0 | -2.1336 |
| -6.0 | -1.8288 |
| -5.0 | -1.524 |
| -4.0 | -1.2192 |
| -3.0 | -0.9144 |
| -2.0 | -0.6096 |
| -1.0 | -0.3048 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 1.0 | 0.3048 |
| 2.0 | 0.6096 |
| 3.0 | 0.9144 |
| 4.0 | 1.2192 |
| 5.0 | 1.524 |
| 6.0 | 1.8288 |
| 7.0 | 2.1336 |
| 8.0 | 2.4384 |
| 9.0 | 2.7432 |
| 10.0 | 3.048 |
| 11.0 | 3.3528 |
| 12.0 | 3.6576 |
| 13.0 | 3.9624 |
| 14.0 | 4.2672 |
| 15.0 | 4.572 |
| 16.0 | 4.8768 |
| 17.0 | 5.1816 |
| 18.0 | 5.4864 |
| 19.0 | 5.7912 |
| 20.0 | 6.096 |
| 21.0 | 6.4008 |
| 22.0 | 6.7056 |
| 23.0 | 7.0104 |
| 24.0 | 7.3152 |
This chart helps you to quickly find the meter equivalent for any feet value between -24 and 26 by looking up the table.
Related Conversion Questions
- How many meters is 1 foot exactly?
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- What is the meter equivalent of 1 foot in international standards?
- How do I convert 1 foot into meters for scientific experiments?
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Conversion Definitions
Feet
Feet is a unit of length measurement primarily used in the United States and UK, where 1 foot equals exactly 12 inches. It is part of the imperial system and used for measuring heights, distances, and lengths of objects or spaces.
Meter
The meter is the fundamental SI unit of length, defined as the distance light travels in 1/299,792,458 seconds. It is used worldwide for scientific, commercial, and everyday measurements, providing a universal standard for length measurement.
Conversion FAQs
Why is 1 feet equal to 0.3048 meters?
This exact conversion factor comes from the international agreement based on the metric system. It was established to standardize measurements across countries and industries, ensuring consistency in length conversions globally.
How precise is the conversion from feet to meters?
The conversion factor of 0.3048 meters per foot is exact for the imperial measurement system. When converting, rounding may occur, but the official value remains precise to four decimal places for most practical purposes.
Can I convert feet to meters manually using the conversion factor?
Yes, by multiplying the number of feet by 0.3048, you can convert any length from feet to meters without a calculator. For example, 3 feet times 0.3048 equals 0.9144 meters.
What are common uses of feet and meters in daily life?
Feet are often used to measure human height and room sizes in the US, while meters are typically used in scientific contexts, sports, and in countries adopting the metric system for measuring distances and lengths.
Last Updated : 22 July, 2025
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