Meters to Feet Converter (m → ft)

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Conversion Formula

feet = meters × 3.28084

1 meter = 3.28084 feet

What Is a Meter?

A meter (m) is the base unit of length in the metric system. It is used worldwide for measuring distance, height, and length in science, construction, travel, and daily life.

What Is a Foot?

A foot (ft) is an imperial unit of length equal to exactly 0.3048 meters. It is commonly used in the United States for height, architecture, and real estate.

How to Convert Meters to Feet

Take the length in meters.
Multiply it by 3.28084.
The result is the length in feet.

Example: 5 m × 3.28084 = 16.4042 ft

Meters to Feet Key Values Table

Meters (m)	Feet (ft)
1	3.28084
2	6.56168
3	9.84252
4	13.12336
5	16.40420
6	19.68504
7	22.96588
8	26.24672
9	29.52756
10	32.80840
15	49.21260
20	65.61680
25	82.02100

Examples

5 meters = 16.4042 feet

10 meters = 32.8084 feet

25 meters = 82.021 feet

Frequently Asked Questions

How many feet is 1 meter?

1 meter equals exactly 3.28084 feet.

Is meter longer than foot?

Yes. One meter is longer than one foot.

Why is 3.28084 used?

Because 1 foot is legally defined as exactly 0.3048 meters.

Real-Life Examples

Standard door height: 2 meters ≈ 6.56 ft
Ceiling height: 2.5 meters ≈ 8.2 ft
Basketball hoop: 3.05 meters = 10 ft
Room width: 4 meters ≈ 13.12 ft

Meters to Feet Visual Guide

Meters and feet are both widely used units for measuring length, but they come from different measurement systems. Meters belong to the metric system, while feet are part of the imperial system.

1 meter = 3.28084 feet
This means a single meter is more than three feet long.

Quick Visual Comparison

1 meter (3.28 ft)

3 meters (≈ 9.84 ft)

Common Real-World Comparisons

1 meter ≈ height of a kitchen countertop
1.75 meters ≈ average adult human height (5.74 ft)
2 meters ≈ height of a standard door frame (6.56 ft)
3 meters ≈ ceiling height in many buildings (9.84 ft)
10 meters ≈ height of a 3-story building (32.8 ft)

Easy Mental Conversion

Multiply meters by 3 for a quick estimate.
Add a little extra for accuracy (since 1 m = 3.28 ft).
Example: 5 m × 3 ≈ 15 ft (actual: 16.4 ft).

This visual guide helps you understand meters to feet by comparing them to familiar objects, buildings, and human heights.