How to convert feet to meters

1 foot equals 0.3048 meters, so you divide by 3.28084:

m = ft ÷ 3.28084

Example

Let's convert 6 feet to meters:

6 ft = 1.8288 m

Going the other way

1 meter = 3.28084 feet. Use our meters to feet converter.

What is a foot?

A foot is 12 inches, or exactly 0.3048 meters. In the US and UK it is the common unit for height and room sizes.

What is a meter?

The meter is the base unit of length in the metric (SI) system. It is used for room sizes, distances in sports and building plans.