Foot to Meter Formula
The complete formula for converting feet (ft) to meters (m). See the formula, how it works, and worked examples below.
ft × 0.3048 = m
How the Formula Works
To convert feet to meters, divide the value by 3.28 (or multiply by 0.3048). This works because 1 foot equals 0.3048 meters.
Worked Examples
1 ft to m
- Start with 1 ft
- Multiply by 0.3048: 1 × 0.3048 = 0.3048
- Result: 1 ft = 0.3048 m
5 ft to m
- Start with 5 ft
- Multiply by 0.3048: 5 × 0.3048 = 1.52
- Result: 5 ft = 1.52 m
10 ft to m
- Start with 10 ft
- Multiply by 0.3048: 10 × 0.3048 = 3.05
- Result: 10 ft = 3.05 m
50 ft to m
- Start with 50 ft
- Multiply by 0.3048: 50 × 0.3048 = 15.24
- Result: 50 ft = 15.24 m
100 ft to m
- Start with 100 ft
- Multiply by 0.3048: 100 × 0.3048 = 30.48
- Result: 100 ft = 30.48 m
Reverse Formula: Meter to Foot
m ÷ 0.3048 = ft
See the full Meter to Foot formula for worked examples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The formula is: ft × 0.3048 = m. See the worked examples above for step-by-step breakdowns, or use the Foot to Meter converter for instant results.
10 feet = 3.05 meters. Apply the formula: ft × 0.3048 = m.