How to convert meters to feet
To convert meters to feet, multiply by 3.28083989501. One meter is about 3.28 feet, a conversion used for room sizes, heights, building plans and sports.
Meter to Foot conversion table
| Meter (m) | Foot (ft) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 m | 0.328083989501 ft |
| 0.5 m | 1.64041994751 ft |
| 1 m | 3.28083989501 ft |
| 2 m | 6.56167979003 ft |
| 3 m | 9.84251968504 ft |
| 4 m | 13.1233595801 ft |
| 5 m | 16.4041994751 ft |
| 10 m | 32.8083989501 ft |
| 20 m | 65.6167979003 ft |
| 25 m | 82.0209973753 ft |
| 50 m | 164.041994751 ft |
| 100 m | 328.083989501 ft |
| 500 m | 1,640.41994751 ft |
| 1,000 m | 3,280.83989501 ft |
About the units
Meter (m)
The meter is the SI base unit of length, defined by the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
Foot (ft)
A foot equals 12 inches, or exactly 0.3048 meters. It is common for height, room dimensions and aviation altitude.
How to use this converter
- Type the number of meters (m) in the input box.
- The result in feet appears instantly — no button needed.
- See the same value in every other length unit just below.
- Use “Swap units” to convert feet back to meters.
When you’ll use the meter to foot conversion
A European apartment listing shows a ceiling height of 2.7 meters. Converting gives about 8.9 feet, which tells you whether a tall bookcase from home will fit.
A diving board at a public pool is listed as 3 meters high. Converting gives about 9.8 feet, which helps children understand the height.
💡 For a quick estimate in your head, multiply by about 3.3 (the exact factor is 3.28083989501).
Watch out for these mix-ups
- Multiplying by 3 instead of 3.28, which drifts over long distances.
- Using this tool for square meters of floor space.
- Rounding long measurements before converting.
- Writing 8.9 feet as 8 feet 9 inches.
Tips for better results
- Multiply meters by 3.281 for a precise answer.
- Turn the decimal part of feet into inches by multiplying by 12.
- Use the square-meters converter for room areas.
💡 Practical tip: One meter is about 3 feet 3⅜ inches, a little longer than a yard.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet are in one meter?
One meter equals 3.28083989501 feet. 3.28083989501 is the exact factor used by this converter.
How do I convert meters to feet?
Multiply the value in meters by 3.28083989501. To go the other way, multiply feet by 0.3048.
What is 10 m in ft?
10 m = 32.8083989501 ft. Also, 5 m = 16.4041994751 ft and 100 m = 328.083989501 ft.
What is the difference between a meter and a foot?
The meter is the SI base unit of length, defined by the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second. A foot equals 12 inches, or exactly 0.3048 meters. It is common for height, room dimensions and aviation altitude.
Is this tool free and private?
Yes — the Meter to Foot is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so the values you enter are never uploaded to our servers.
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