Convert Meter to Foot

One m equals 3.280839895 ft. This converter allows you to easily convert between Meter and Foot in real time.

Formula

m × 3.280839895 = ft

Example: 1 m = 3.280839895 ft

What is Meter?

The meter is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, it is now defined by the speed of light in vacuum as the distance light travels in 1/299,792,458 of a second. The meter is used worldwide for everyday measurements such as room dimensions, human height, and architectural plans. It serves as the foundation for all other metric length units.

What is Foot?

The foot is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to exactly 0.3048 meters or 12 inches. Its name comes from the length of a human foot, and it has been used as a measure since ancient civilizations. In the United States, height is commonly expressed in feet and inches (for example, "5 feet 10 inches"), and real estate listings use square feet for floor area. In aviation worldwide, altitude is measured in feet, regardless of whether the country otherwise uses the metric system.