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Feet to Centimeters
Last updated: June 19, 2026
A height conversion utility translating standard feet (ft) into metric centimeters (cm). A foot contains exactly 30.48 centimeters.
Convert feet to centimeters instantly. Read the conversion answers, the mathematical formula, and browse the reference lookup table.
Quick Answer
Convert feet to centimeters. For example, 1 foot is exactly 30.48 centimeters.
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Answer
30.48 cm
1 ft = 30.48 cm
Feet to Centimeters Reference Table
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 ft | 15.24 cm | Half of a foot |
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm | Exactly one foot |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm | Exactly two feet |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm | Exactly three feet (1 yard) |
| 5 ft | 152.40 cm | Exactly five feet |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm | Exactly six feet |
| 10 ft | 304.80 cm | Exactly ten feet |
Examples
1 ft
30.48 cm
How it works
To convert feet (ft) to centimeters (cm), perform the following calculation:
Formula
cm = ft × 30.48
Method
Multiply feet by 30.48 to get centimeters.
Understanding Feet and Centimeters Conversions
Converting measurements between metric and imperial scales, or relative temperature benchmarks, is essential in sciences, logistics, cooking, and daily travel. Using standard multipliers guarantees precision and alignment across different measurement systems.
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Frequently asked questions
Multiply the feet value by 30.48. For example, 3 feet = 3 × 30.48 = 91.44 cm.
First convert feet to inches: 5 ft × 12 = 60 inches. Add the 10 inches to get 70 inches. Finally, multiply by 2.54: 70 × 2.54 = 177.8 cm.
Since a yard is exactly 3 feet, it contains exactly 91.44 centimeters (3 × 30.48).
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