Meters to Feet (m to ft) Converter
1 meter equals 3.28084 feet — multiply the number of meters by 3.28084 to convert. A foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 metres, and 3.28084 is simply its reciprocal, so this factor is accurate to five decimal places.
The formula
To convert meters to feet, multiply by 3.28084:
ft = m × 3.28084
For example, 5 m × 3.28084 = 16.4042 ft. To reverse it, divide by 3.28084 or multiply by 0.3048.
Conversion table
| Meters (m) | Feet (ft) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3.28084 |
| 2 | 6.56168 |
| 5 | 16.4042 |
| 10 | 32.8084 |
| 25 | 82.021 |
| 50 | 164.042 |
| 100 | 328.084 |
| 500 | 1,640.42 |
| 1,000 | 3,280.84 |
How to convert online
- Type the number of meters into the first box.
- Read the equivalent value in feet instantly in the second box.
- Enter a feet value to convert back to meters.
Use the Meter to Foot Converter — free and instant in your browser.
Where this conversion is used
Meters-to-feet conversions bridge the metric and imperial worlds constantly: reading a person's height, sizing rooms and ceilings, sports fields, hiking-trail elevations and swimming-pool depths. Anyone working between metric plans and US or UK measurements uses this daily.
FAQ
How many feet are in a meter?
One meter equals 3.28084 feet. So 10 meters equals 32.8084 feet.
What is the formula to convert meters to feet?
Multiply the meter value by 3.28084: ft = m × 3.28084. For example, 2 m = 6.56168 ft.
How do I convert feet back to meters?
Divide by 3.28084, or multiply by 0.3048. So 16.4042 ft = 5 m.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor 3.28084 is a rounded form of the exact 1 ÷ 0.3048; it is accurate to five decimals, which is precise enough for virtually all practical work.
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