Length
Meters to feet (and feet + inches)
One metre is about 3.28 feet. Here’s the exact formula, how to convert to feet and inches, and a quick table.
Quick answer
Multiply metres by 3.28084 to get feet. To reverse it, multiply feet by 0.3048.
The formula
feet = meters × 3.28084
meters = feet × 0.3048
The foot has been defined as exactly 0.3048 metres since 1959, so one metre equals 1 ÷ 0.3048 = 3.2808399… feet.
Feet and inches
Heights are usually given in feet and inches. Take the total feet, keep the whole number, and multiply what’s left by 12 for the inches:
- 1.8 m → 1.8 × 3.28084 = 5.905 ft → 5 ft 11 in.
- 1.65 m → 5.413 ft → 5 ft 5 in.
| Meters | Feet | Feet + inches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.281 | 3 ft 3 in |
| 1.65 | 5.413 | 5 ft 5 in |
| 1.8 | 5.906 | 5 ft 11 in |
| 2 | 6.562 | 6 ft 7 in |
| 10 | 32.808 | — |
| 100 | 328.084 | — |
Where it comes up
Heights (most of the world uses metres, the US uses feet and inches), ceilings and room sizes, and sports fields all mix the two systems.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet are in a metre?
One metre is about 3.28084 feet — roughly 3 feet 3⅜ inches.
How do I write metres as feet and inches?
Multiply metres by 3.28084 for total feet, then multiply the decimal part by 12 for inches. Example: 1.8 m = 5.905 ft → 5 ft 11 in.
What is 6 feet in metres?
6 × 0.3048 = 1.83 m.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes — since 1959 a foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 m, so 1 m = 1 ÷ 0.3048 = 3.28084 ft.