Meters to Feet Converter
Convert Meters to Feet & Feet to Meters - Free Length, Area & Volume Conversion Calculator
📏 Quick Conversion Reference:
1 meter = 3.28084 feet (exact). 1 foot = 0.3048 meters. Formula: feet = meters × 3.28084 or meters = feet × 0.3048. Common heights: 1.7m = 5'7", 1.8m = 5'11", 2m = 6'7". Square: 1 m² = 10.764 ft². Memorize: 1 meter ≈ 3.3 feet for quick estimates.
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Meters to Feet Quick Reference:
| Meters | Feet | Feet & Inches | Common Use |
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| 1 m | 3.281 ft | 3' 3.4" | Door height (part) |
| 1.5 m | 4.921 ft | 4' 11" | Table height |
| 1.8 m | 5.906 ft | 5' 11" | Average height |
| 2 m | 6.562 ft | 6' 6.7" | Door height |
| 5 m | 16.404 ft | 16' 4.8" | Small room |
| 10 m | 32.808 ft | 32' 9.7" | 3-4 cars length |
| 50 m | 164.042 ft | 164' 0.5" | Half soccer field |
| 100 m | 328.084 ft | 328' 1" | Sprint track |
Square Meters to Square Feet:
| Square Meters (m²) | Square Feet (ft²) | Room Size |
|---|---|---|
| 10 m² | 107.64 ft² | Small bedroom |
| 20 m² | 215.28 ft² | Bedroom |
| 30 m² | 322.92 ft² | Large bedroom |
| 50 m² | 538.20 ft² | Studio apartment |
| 100 m² | 1,076.40 ft² | 2-bed apartment |
| 150 m² | 1,614.60 ft² | 3-bed house |
📏 Understanding Meters and Feet Conversions
Conversion Basics:
Meters (m): metric system unit, base unit of length (SI system). Feet (ft): imperial system unit (1/3 yard). Conversion factor: 1 meter = 3.28084 feet (international agreement). Relationship: meters longer than feet (3.28× longer). Both measure length/distance. Context determines which system preferred (metric globally, imperial US/UK construction).
Measurement Types & Conversions:- Linear (Length): meters to feet multiply by 3.28084. Example: 10 m × 3.28084 = 32.808 ft. Reverse: feet to meters multiply by 0.3048. Example: 20 ft × 0.3048 = 6.096 m. Used for: height, distance, dimensions. Most common conversion type.
- Square (Area): m² to ft² multiply by 10.764. Example: 50 m² × 10.764 = 538.2 ft². Factor derivation: 3.28084² = 10.764. Reverse: ft² to m² multiply by 0.0929. Used for: floor space, land area, room sizing. Real estate, flooring calculations.
- Cubic (Volume): m³ to ft³ multiply by 35.315. Example: 5 m³ × 35.315 = 176.57 ft³. Factor derivation: 3.28084³ = 35.315. Used for: shipping containers, water tanks, HVAC calculations. Different from linear/area conversions.
- Precision Requirements: construction: nearest 1/8 inch typical. Scientific: 4+ decimals. Everyday: 1-2 decimals sufficient. Engineering: depends on tolerance specifications. Context determines required accuracy.
- Height Measurement: most countries use meters (1.8m). US uses feet/inches (5'11"). Conversion essential for: international documents, medical records, sports statistics. Common reference: 2 meters = 6'7" (tall person).
- Construction & Building: US blueprints in feet/inches. International in meters. Material sizing varies by region. Accurate conversion prevents errors. Example: 3-meter ceiling = 9.84 feet (typically specified as 10 feet in US).
- Real Estate & Property: floor area: US uses square feet. Most countries use square meters. Land plots: acres (US) vs. hectares (international). Conversion critical for international property transactions. Example: 100 m² apartment = 1,076 ft².
- Sports & Athletics: track events: 100m sprint, not 328-foot sprint. Swimming: 50m pool standard internationally. Field dimensions: soccer field 100m × 60m. Conversion helps understand international sports records and specifications.
- Quick Estimates: 1 meter ≈ 3.3 feet (slightly overstates). 1 foot ≈ 0.3 meters (close approximation). 10 meters ≈ 33 feet. 100 feet ≈ 30 meters. Good for quick calculations, not precision work.
- Common Benchmarks: memorize: 1.8m = 5'11" (average male height). 2m = 6'7". 5m = 16.4 ft. 10m = 32.8 ft. These reference points speed conversions and provide context.
- Area Shortcuts: small room (20 m²) ≈ 215 ft². Apartment (100 m²) ≈ 1,076 ft². Remember: area conversions larger factor (10.764 vs. 3.28084). Square the linear factor.
- Calculator Use: complex conversions: use calculator. Repeated conversions: create reference table. Batch conversions: spreadsheet formulas. Manual: multiply/divide by conversion factors.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many feet in 1 meter exactly?
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Exactly 3.28084 feet in 1 meter. International standard conversion factor. Formula: feet = meters × 3.28084. Example: 5 meters × 3.28084 = 16.404 feet. Memorize: 1 meter ≈ 3.3 feet for quick mental estimates. Exact value needed for precision work.
How do I convert 10 meters to feet?
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10 meters = 32.808 feet. Calculation: 10 × 3.28084 = 32.808 feet. Approximation: about 33 feet (3 times 11 feet). Common measurement reference. About the length of 3-4 compact cars. Useful benchmark for size comparisons.
What is 1.8 meters in feet and inches?
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1.8 meters = 5.906 feet = 5 feet 10.87 inches (approximately 5'11"). Calculation: 1.8 × 3.28084 = 5.906 feet. Convert to inches: 0.906 × 12 = 10.87 inches. Common height reference (average male). Typically rounded to 5'11".
How to convert square meters to square feet?
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Multiply square meters by 10.764. Formula: ft² = m² × 10.764. Example: 50 m² × 10.764 = 538.2 ft². Different from linear conversion (3.28084). Area factor: square the linear conversion (3.28084² = 10.764). Used for: floor area, room sizing, real estate listings.
How many feet is 100 meters?
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100 meters = 328.084 feet. Calculation: 100 × 3.28084 = 328.084 feet. Approximation: about 328 feet (slightly over 109 yards). Common reference: length of 100-meter sprint track. About length of football field including end zones.
Why do some countries use meters and others feet?
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Historical reasons. Metric system (meters): adopted globally, decimal-based, scientific standard. Imperial system (feet): traditional in US, UK (historically). Most countries transitioned to metric for international trade standardization. US retained imperial for domestic use. Both systems valid, conversion necessary for international communication.
How to convert feet to meters manually?
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Multiply feet by 0.3048. Formula: meters = feet × 0.3048. Alternative: divide feet by 3.28084. Example: 20 feet × 0.3048 = 6.096 meters. Mental math: divide by 3.3 for quick estimate. Exact calculation: use 0.3048 or divide by 3.28084.
What's the difference between m², ft², and cubic measurements?
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Linear (m, ft): length/distance (one dimension). Square (m², ft²): area (two dimensions: length × width). Cubic (m³, ft³): volume (three dimensions: length × width × height). Conversion factors differ: linear = 3.28084, square = 10.764, cubic = 35.315. Use appropriate factor for measurement type.