length conversion
Convert Meters to Feet
One meter equals 3.2808 feet. Enter any value below for an exact conversion.
How to convert Meters to Feet
- Type the number of meters into the first field.
- The equivalent in feet appears immediately.
- Swap the units to convert in the opposite direction.
Meters to Feet formula
ft = m × 3.2808
Worked example: to convert 12 m, multiply 12 × 3.2808 = 39.3701 ft.
This conversion factor is exact by international definition rather than measured, so the only rounding is whatever you apply to the final answer.
Meters to Feet conversion table
| Meters | Feet |
|---|---|
| 1 m | 3.2808 ft |
| 2 m | 6.5617 ft |
| 5 m | 16.4042 ft |
| 10 m | 32.8084 ft |
| 25 m | 82.021 ft |
| 50 m | 164.04 ft |
| 100 m | 328.08 ft |
What is a meter?
The SI base unit of length, defined as the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
What is a foot?
Exactly 0.3048 meters, or twelve inches. Aviation altitude is measured in feet almost everywhere in the world, including in fully metric countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet are in a meter?
One meter is 3.2808 feet.
How do I convert meters to feet in my head?
Multiply by 3 and add 10%. 1.8 m → 5.4 + 0.54 = 5.94 ft.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined in terms of each other by international agreement, so the factor 3.2808 is exact rather than approximate.
How many meters is 100 ft?
100 ft is 30.48 m.
Which countries use feet?
The United States and the UK for building height and personal height, and worldwide in aviation for altitude.
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