Meters to Feet Converter
Formula
feet = meters × 3.28084
To convert meters to feet, multiply by 3.28084. One meter equals approximately 3.281 feet.
How to use
- Enter the length in the Meters field.
- The converter multiplies your value by 3.28084 automatically.
- Read the result in feet below.
Example
Enter 1 in the Meters field. Multiplying 1 by 3.28084 gives 3.28, so 1 meter equals about 3.28 feet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many feet is 1 meter?
1 meter = approximately 3.281 feet.
How many feet is 2 meters?
2 meters = approximately 6.562 feet.
How do I convert meters to feet and inches?
First multiply meters by 3.28084 to get the total in feet, then take the decimal part and multiply it by 12 to get the inches. For example, 1.75 meters is 5.7415 feet, and 0.7415 times 12 is about 8.9 inches, so 1.75 m is roughly 5 feet 9 inches. This is the most common way to express a person's height in the US and UK.
Why is the conversion factor 3.28084?
One foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, and 1 divided by 0.3048 equals about 3.28084, the number of feet in a meter. Because this definition is fixed internationally, the conversion is exact rather than approximate. Some quick estimates round it to 3.28, which is close enough for everyday use.