Length Converter
Convert between different units of length and distance
1 Meter (m)=0 Foot (ft)
Conversion Formula
Step-by-Step Calculation:
To convert 1 Meter to Foot, multiply by 3.28084 to get 3.28084 Foot.
Conversion Table
| Meter (m) | Foot (ft) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0328 |
| 0.1 | 0.3281 |
| 1 | 3.2808 |
| 2 | 6.5617 |
| 5 | 16.4042 |
| 10 | 32.8084 |
| 20 | 65.6168 |
| 50 | 164.042 |
| 100 | 328.084 |
Common Length Conversions
Unit Information & History
Meter
Definition: The base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Defined as the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
History: Originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole. It has been redefined several times to improve precision, settling on the speed of light constant in 1983.
Current Use: The standard for scientific and everyday measurement worldwide, except in the US, Liberia, and Myanmar.
Foot
Definition: A unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, defined as exactly 0.3048 meters.
History: Based on the length of the human foot. In the past, the length of a "foot" varied locally. The international foot was standardized in 1959 to unify measurements between the US and British Commonwealth.
Current Use: Widely used in the United States for height, building dimensions, and aviation altitude. Also used informally in the UK.
Inch
Definition: A unit of length equal to 1/12 of a foot or exactly 2.54 centimeters.
History: Derived from the width of a human thumb. King Edward II defined it as the length of three grains of barley placed end-to-end. Standardized alongside the foot in 1959.
Current Use: Commonly used in the US, UK, and Canada for small lengths, screen sizes (TVs, monitors), and manufacturing components.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
Q:How many centimeters are in a meter?
There are exactly 100 centimeters in 1 meter. To convert meters to centimeters, multiply by 100.
Q:How many feet are in a meter?
One meter equals approximately 3.28084 feet. To convert meters to feet, multiply by 3.28084.
Q:How many inches are in a centimeter?
One centimeter equals approximately 0.3937 inches. To convert centimeters to inches, multiply by 0.3937.
Q:What is the difference between a mile and a kilometer?
A mile is about 1.60934 kilometers, used mainly in the U.S. and UK. A kilometer is 1,000 meters and is the standard length unit in most countries.