Meters to feet formula
Exact conversion factor
Feet = Meters ÷ 0.3048 Example: 2 m ÷ 0.3048 = 6.56 ft (6 ft 6.74 in) Divide the number of meters by 0.3048 to calculate the equivalent length in feet. To express the result as feet and inches, keep the whole number of feet and convert the remaining decimal portion of a foot to inches by multiplying it by 12.
Common reference points
| Meters | Decimal Feet | Feet & Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 m | 3.28 ft | 3 ft 3.37 in |
| 2 m | 6.56 ft | 6 ft 6.74 in |
| 3 m | 9.84 ft | 9 ft 10.11 in |
| 5 m | 16.40 ft | 16 ft 4.85 in |
| 10 m | 32.81 ft | 32 ft 9.70 in |
| 25 m | 82.02 ft | 82 ft 0.25 in |
| 50 m | 164.04 ft | 164 ft 0.50 in |
| 100 m | 328.08 ft | 328 ft 1.01 in |
Decimal feet vs. feet and inches
Decimal feet and feet-and-inches are two ways of expressing the same measurement. For example, 6.56 feet is approximately 6 feet 6.74 inches. Decimal feet are useful for calculations, while feet and inches are often easier to read for height, construction, and other everyday measurements.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet is 2 meters?
2 meters is about 6.56 feet, or 6 feet 6.74 inches.
How many feet are in a meter?
1 meter is approximately 3.28084 feet, or about 3 feet 3.37 inches.
How do I convert meters to feet?
Divide your total meters by 0.3048 to derive feet.