Feet to Centimeters Converter (ft to cm)

Convert feet to centimeters instantly. You can also swap units.

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Conversion Formula

centimeters = feet ร— 30.48

Reverse: feet = centimeters รท 30.48

What Is a Foot?

A foot (ft) is an imperial unit of length equal to 12 inches or exactly 0.3048 meters. It is widely used in the United States for height, construction, and everyday measurements.

What Is a Centimeter?

A centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one-hundredth of a meter. It is commonly used worldwide for precise everyday measurements.

How to Convert Feet to Centimeters

  1. Take the length in feet.
  2. Multiply by 30.48.
  3. The result is centimeters.

Feet to Centimeters Key Values Table

FeetCentimeters
130.48
260.96
391.44
4121.92
5152.4
6182.88
10304.8
20609.6
25762

Examples

6 ft = 182.88 cm

5.5 ft = 167.64 cm

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cm is 6 feet?
6 feet equals 182.88 centimeters.

Why is 30.48 used?
Because one foot is defined as exactly 30.48 centimeters.

Real-Life Examples

Feet to Centimeters Visual Guide

1 Foot
โ‰ˆ Length of a ruler
30.48 CM
Metric equivalent
6 Feet
Average adult height
182.88 CM
Same height in metric
Download Full 1โ€“300 Feet to Centimeters Table (CSV)
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