Meters to Feet Converter

Convert any distance from meters to feet instantly using the exact international conversion factor—ideal for construction specs, travel distances, or science projects.

Enter decimals for centimeters (e.g., 1.75 m = 1 m 75 cm). Negative values convert the same way if you are measuring offsets.

For engineering or permitting work, use precision specified by your standard or consult official conversion tables to avoid rounding discrepancies.

Examples

  • 10 m ⇒ 32.81 ft (approximate height of a three-story building)
  • 2.4 m ⇒ 7.87 ft (standard interior door clearance)
  • 0.305 m ⇒ 1.00 ft (one foot expressed in meters)
  • 50 m ⇒ 164.04 ft (half the length of a football field)

FAQ

Is the 3.28084 factor exact?

Yes. It comes from the defined relationship between the meter and the international foot (1 foot = 0.3048 m).

Can I enter centimeters or millimeters?

Yes. Convert to meters first (e.g., 250 cm = 2.5 m, 125 mm = 0.125 m) and then use the converter.

How do I convert the result to feet and inches?

Take the whole number of feet, multiply the decimal remainder by 12 to obtain inches, and round to the nearest fraction as needed.

Why does my calculator show slightly different decimals?

Some calculators use fewer decimal places (3.28). This tool keeps five decimal places for higher accuracy.

Additional Information

  • Exact factor: 1 meter = 3.28084 feet, based on the international yard definition (0.9144 m).
  • To convert back, divide the feet result by 3.28084 to recover meters.
  • For inches, multiply the feet result by 12 or use the 1 m = 39.3701 inches factor directly.

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