Length conversion
Meters to Feet Converter Guide
Architects and DIY builders often need to translate metric plans into imperial measurements. Use this walkthrough to convert meters to feet with confidence.
Conversion constant
1 meter = 3.28084 feet
Multiply your measurement in meters by 3.28084 to get feet.
Step-by-step instructions
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Open the UnitFlow converter and pick the Length category.
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Select Meters in the “From” dropdown and Feet in the “To” dropdown.
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Enter the value in meters. The result updates instantly in feet.
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Use the swap button if you need to go from feet back to meters.
Conversion formula
feet = meters × 3.28084
The meter is the SI base unit of length. One foot equals 0.3048 meters, so inverting that factor yields 3.28084.
For quick head math, 1 m ≈ 3.28 ft, and 10 m ≈ 32.8 ft.
When people use this conversion
Job-site layout
Converting 12.5 meters to feet helps US-based teams cut lumber correctly (12.5 m ≈ 41.01 ft).
Ceiling heights
Many European apartments list 2.7 m ceilings, which equals ~8.86 ft for US renovation crews.
Quick reference table
| Meters | Feet | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 1 m | 3.2808 ft | Base conversion factor |
| 5 m | 16.4042 ft | Small room dimension |
| 25 m | 82.0209 ft | Swimming pool length |
| 100 m | 328.084 ft | Track straightaway |
Frequently asked questions
Is a meter exactly 3.28 feet?
Not exactly. One foot is precisely 0.3048 meters by international agreement, which means one meter equals 3.28084 feet. Rounding to 3.28 is fine for rough estimates.
What about inches?
Multiply meters by 39.3701 to get inches. For example, 2 m ≈ 78.74 inches.
Ready to convert meters to feet?
Use the live calculator for precise results, then revisit this guide for formulas and best practices.
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